There are very few people who do not know that there was a
dangerously high amount of lead found in the water in Flint , Michigan
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It is long-known that lead can be found in school water fountains,
wall paint and toys.
What are the other ways?
Common Places to Find Lead
Paint – Lead from paint and lead-contaminated dust can be
pretty rare to find and determine. Lead accidentally consumed this way is the
most common cause of lead poisoning, according to the EPA. While there are some
facilities which may still have lead-based paint on walls, doors and
windowsills, most don’t anymore.
Drinking water – Lead poisoning is more likely to be in
drinking water through distribution systems and corroded household plumbing.
Schools, public buildings and some older homes should have pipes and
distribution systems examined for possible corrosion.
Common household products – Glazed ceramics can contain
lead. Non-glossy vinyl mini-blinds imported from China ,
Taiwan , Mexico and Indonesia may contain lead. As the
blinds deteriorate, dust forms on the slat which children may ingest. Replace
these inexpensive blinds with better quality ones.
Summary
Lead and dust from lead can not only make consumers ill, but
can lower the IQ of children who inadvertently ingest it. US Media Studios hopes that readers will be more attuned to where lead can be found
every day.
