Some information about Lead poisoning.- 4 ways that lead can be dangerous to an individual. 1. Lead is a poison 2. Lead can cause learning disabilities, mental retardation, and other serious health problems 3. There is no level of lead. Low levels can harm children. 4. Lead poisoning is especially dangerous in children under 6 yrs. old.- Call your family doctor.- 4 ways you can get exposed to lead poisoning. 1. Lead is common in paint and solder found on pipes in homes built before 1978. 2. Dust and chips from paint inside and outside older homes are dangerous to children. 3. Sanding, scraping or heating old paint is dangerous to pregnant women. 4. Lead may be imported products, including: painted, plastic or metal toys and jewelry, ceramic dishes, and vinyl mini-blinds, traditional remedies or cosmetics, like Arzacon, Greta, and Kohl, candies and other toxic treats that contain lead.- 6 ways you can be safe from lead poisoning. 1. Wash Children's hands often with lots of soap and water. 2. Clean floors and window sills with warm water and detergent. Use a HEPA vacuum to clean carpets. 3. Schedule a healthy homes assessment today. Durham, N.C. residents only. 4. Don't dry sand or scrap old paint. Lay down plastic and spray the paint with water before scraping. Be sure to clean up any dust and paint chips. 5. Hire N.C.-Certified Lead Renovation homes built before 1978. 6. Only use lead-free imported items: toys, dishes, blinds, remedies, cosmetics, candies.- As you can see Lead poisoning can be a serious health risk to you. Contact a N.C.-Certified Lead Renovation Firm for an Lead expectation of your home.
