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Prior to the 1970s, lead was used extensively
throughout the U.S.. It could be found in paint, gasoline,
solder and countless other uses. The result is a legacy
of lead that will be with us for generations. Here are
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- Lead dust from old lead paint can cover floors
and windowsills.
- Soil around your home can be contaminated
if exterior lead paint was used sometime in
the past.
- Soil around driveways and roads are often
contaminated from the lead in car exhaust.
- Tap water from lead solder, pipes, brass fixtures
- Hobbies - ammunition, fishing sinkers, stained
glass, pottery glazing, and certain car parts
can all contain lead
- Toys from foreign countries, particularly
China.
- Old or foreign glazed ceramic dishware / pottery
- Parent bringing lead dust home from work (painters,
remodeling contractors, factory workers, auto
repair technicians, etc.)
- Ethnic home remedies such as Greta, Azarcon,
Surma, Kohl, or Khali
- Older porcelain bathtubs
- Plastic miniblinds more than 2-3 years old
- Long-burning candles with metallic wicks
- Brass keys
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