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Low-level lead exposure and children.char = T;code = 84
Publication: J Paediatr Child Health 2001 Oct ;37(5)::423-5.
Publication Date: 2001 Oct
Study Author(s): Wigg, N R;
Institution: Community Child Health Service, Royal Children's Hospital and, Health Service District, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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The adverse effects of environmental lead exposure on the mental development of young children are well established. There is no safe level of blood lead below which children are not affected. Recent research expands our understanding of the impact of lead exposure continuing into later childhood, as well as its effects on children's behaviour. However, social and other environmental factors also contribute to variance in measures of developmental and behavioural outcomes. Lead is associated with only modest effects on children's development, but is a potentially modifiable risk factor. As environmental exposure to lead declines for the whole population, continued specific attention is needed for children living in industrial areas.
PMID: 11885702
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