NEW YORK (AP) -- More than half a million U S children are now believed to have lead poisoning, roughly twice the previous high estimate, health officials reported Thursday
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- Lead poisoning
Lead exposure can have serious consequences for the health of children. Exposure to very high levels of lead can severely damage the brain and central nervous system causing coma, convulsions and even death. Children who survive severe lead poisoning may be left with permanent intellectual disability and behavioural disorders.
11/17/2024 - 5:06 pm | View Website - Lead poisoning
Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal found in the Earth’s crust. Its widespread use has resulted in extensive environmental contamination, human exposure and significant public health problems in many parts of the world. Important sources of environmental contamination include mining, smelting, manufacturing and recycling activities, and ...
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Lead exposure can also cause anaemia, hypertension, renal impairment, immunotoxicity and toxicity to the reproductive organs. Severe lead poisoning can cause coma, convulsions and even death. Children who survive severe lead poisoning may be left with permanent neurological injury, such as deafness and intellectual disability.
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