Lead Poisoning Level 3

LeadPoisoning
What is it?
*Lead Poisoning from Food or Lead- at Risk for Learning
Disabilities and Growth Problems for Infants and Young Children
*Can cause Serious- Problems in Adults
*Lead Pipes- let Cold Water Run for a Few Minutes Before Using
Where do you find lead?
*Old Paint, Water Pipes, Lead Contaminated Dust and Soil
*Acidic Foods and Beverages Stored in Lead-Glazed Ceramic
Ware or Glasses
*Inhaling Fumes of Leaded Gasoline, Paint Peeling
What are the Symptoms?
*Headaches, Metallic Taste in Mouth, Poor Appetite, Stomach
Discomfort, Vomiting, Constipation in Adults
*Forceful Vomiting, Problem Walking, Seizures, Coma,
Brain Damage in Children
What do I need to do?
*Keep Infants, Children and Elderly- away from remodeling
or refinishing
*Have Child Tested- at 1 year of age
*Call your Local Health Department- for more information