In this video segment adapted from Lead Awareness for Parents by the Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning, learn about potential effects of lead exposure and how to reduce impacts. A physician describes ways that children are commonly exposed to lead and how elevated blood lead levels can affect their health. Hear about methods to reduce the incidence and severity of lead poisoning, including routine blood testing, home inspections, and proper nutrition. Includes background essay and discussion questions. [2:24]

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lead poisoning

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Additional Tags

lead exposure, pbs learningmedia, pbs learningmedia: environmental public health: how to reduce lead exposure, environmental pollutant, lead

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Classroom Considerations

• Knovation Readability Score: 5 (1 low difficulty, 5 high difficulty)
• The intended use for this resource is Instructional