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Lead Poisonings Lead poisoning in young children may result in neurological damage, delayed mental and physical growth, and cause behavior and learning problems. Young children are most commonly exposed to lead in consumer products from direct mouthing of objects or handling the objects and then putting their hands in their mouth. · 930,000 children between 1 and 5 have blood lead levels that are of concern · In 1996, a study revealed that many school, park, and community playgrounds across the country have older playground equipment with deteriorating paint that presents a potential lead paint poisoning hazard. · Mini-blinds are a major source of lead paint. There are currently labels on mini-blind packages made after 1996 that state whether or not the product is lead free. Look for this label on all mini-blinds you buy and replace old ones in your home. Related Web site: Consumer Product Safety Commission: http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/leadguid.html
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