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Why does lead poisoning be a problem for childrent?

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Children more vulner: Children are more vulnerable to lead poisoning but anyone can be affected by lead toxicity.Since infants & toddlers often mouth objects & may eat strange material, they can acquire lead from painted surfaces.Once in the system, the lead can travel to blood, producing an anemia &settle in the developing brain.The build up within the brain can have profound effects., .

Answered 8/6/2012

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