HUD Visual Assessment Training

Lead poisoning in America


Consider these facts about lead poisoning in America:
  • Over 800,000 young children have lead poisoning
  • Children living in older housing are poisoned more frequently
  • The condition of housing plays a large role -- deteriorated paint allows lead to be accessible to children
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