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Chelation Treatments for Iowa Lead Poisoning
August 2nd, 2011
Now that you know your child has been exposed to high levels of lead, you probably have many questions and want to know how you can help your child during this difficult time. Your doctor will most likely be the best source of information, as he or s…
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What are the Signs of Lead Poisoning in Children to be Aware of?
July 17th, 2011
Although lead poisoning is dangerous and harmful for anyone, it is especially damaging for children. Kids under the age of six have a higher risk for severe and long-lasting damage from lead poisoning. Since lead interferes with children’s nerv…
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Is Lead in My Paint?
November 3rd, 2010
One of the leading causes of lead poisoning is paint. Most homes in Iowa built before 1950 contain lead-based paint. In fact, children living in homes built before 1978 have the highest risk of lead poisoning. Lead can be breathed in from paint dust…
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Learn How to Detect and Prevent Lead Poisoning in Children
November 1st, 2010
Sadly, innocent children get exposed to lead in Cedar Rapids and throughout this nation even before they are born. A child may have already absorbed lead during pregnancy if the mother was exposed. The mom may not have even know she was exposed to le…
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Marshalltown, Iowa Observes National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
October 22nd, 2010
Marshalltown, Iowa is recognizing October 24th-30th as National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week and encouraging all residents of Marshalltown to join in the fight against lead poisoning. Mayor Gene Beach recently issued a proclamation recognizing lead…
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Lead Poisoning From Sources Other Than Paint
October 11th, 2010
Chipping and peeling lead paint is the leading cause of childhood lead poisoning, however, lead poisoning can also be caused by lead contaminated dust, lead in soil, lead from industrial sources, products containing lead and lead in drinking water. L…
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Jury Awards Nearly $21 Million to Victim of Lead Poisoning
October 7th, 2010
A Baltimore jury has awarded a 23-year-old woman nearly $21 Million in a lawsuit brought aginst the Baltimore Housing Authority for lead poisoning she suffered while living in an apartment owned and operated by the Authority. The jury awarded $825,00…
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