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Tips For Reducing Lead Exposure Lead paint is the major source of childhood lead exposure. Lead paint is primarily a problem in homes built before 1978 and on painted cribs and toys bought before 1978.
CAUTION: Lead paint removal can be dangerous. Consulting with professionals who has lead hazard removal experience is recommended. For further information regarding childhood lead poisoning, contact: Department for Health Services Division of Maternal and Child Health and Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program at: 275 East Main Street, Frankfort, Kentucky 40621 ( 502 ) 564-2154. YOU CAN PREVENT CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING You can reduce children’s risks of lead poisoning by reducing their exposures to lead in your home. Small amounts of lead can harm a child’s developing nervous system and may result in problems with learning, behavior and coordination. HOW DO CHILDREN BECOME LEAD POSIONED? Children can develop lead poisoning from exposure to lead in paint chips, dust and soil. Small paint chips may be swallowed when children chew on lead painted objects. Dust and soil containing lead can get on children’s hands and toys and can be swallowed as they play. Food and water may also contain lead. WHO SHOULD BE CONCERNED? You should be most concerned about children under the age of six because:
WHAT SHOULD I DO? The following actions are recommended where lead is suspected and where children under age six live:
All parents should call a physician or health care center to ask about annual testing for lead poisoning for children 6 months to 6 years old. Home Courses Contact Us Income Properties For Sale • Links Advertise • Affiliate Program
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