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Lead Poisoning Prevention

Lead Poisoning Prevention. Lead . . . A heavy metal Once used in many products (paint, pipes, other building materials) Cannot see or smell it . Lead can be . . . In dust, paint, soil or water. On toys In food On your child’s hands . Other Sources.

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Lead Poisoning Prevention

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  1. Lead Poisoning Prevention

  2. Lead . . . • A heavy metal • Once used in many products (paint, pipes, other building materials) • Cannot see or smell it

  3. Lead can be . . . • In dust, paint, soil or water • On toys • In food • On your child’s hands

  4. Other Sources • Lead pipes, pipe solder and plumbing fixtures • Vinyl mini-blinds (before 1996) • Fishing sinkers and bullets

  5. Other Sources • Hobby supplies (ceramics & electronics) • Stained glass • Candle wicks • Lead crystal

  6. Lead Poisoning Effects • Learning disabilities • Hyperactivity • Impaired hearing • Decreased IQ and attention span • Decreased growth

  7. Lead Exposure Primary • Oral (hand-to-mouth) Secondary • Inhaled • Through skin

  8. Lead Poisoning Signs • Anemia • Abdominal pain • Headache • Constipation • Seizures • Coma

  9. Testing for Lead • Blood test at age 1 • Repeat at age 2 • Test more often if known risk

  10. Protect Your Family • Keep things clean • Mop floors • Wet-wipe windowsills, doors and cribs • Wash pacifiers, toys and bottles

  11. Protect Your Family • Keep paint intact • Use a trained contractor for remodeling or removing lead paint • Clean all work areas well

  12. Protect Your Family • Wash hands often • Wash children’s hands before eating, at nap time, and before bed • Remove shoes

  13. Protect Your Family • If you have lead pipes, test your water for lead • Use only cold water for cooking, drinking and making baby formula

  14. Protect Your Family • Run water 30-60 seconds before drinking or using for cooking • Use a water filter that will remove or reduce lead

  15. Protect Your Family • Eat nutritious foods • Eat foods high in iron, calcium and vitamin C • Use lead-free pottery and glassware for serving and storing food.

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