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Lead in Toys and Lead Poisoning in Children<\/h1>\n\n
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Lead poisoning remains a serious risk for children, especially from older toys, imported products, and lead-based paint in homes. Even low levels of exposure can cause developmental delays, behavioral issues, and other health problems. Parents who suspect exposure should have toys tested and consult a doctor for blood lead testing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Lead poisoning in children has become significantly less prevalent in recent decades. However, it is highly toxic and remains a severe threat to children’s health and development. According to the EPA, children are more susceptible to lead poisoning<\/a>. Their growing bodies absorb more lead. Their brains and nervous systems are also more sensitive.<\/p>\n

This page discusses the dangers lead poses for children. It also describes some common sources of lead. If you fear your child has lead poisoning, your healthcare provider can administer blood lead tests. You can also contact childhood lead poisoning hotlines<\/a>.<\/p>\n

You can also consult a toxic torts attorney<\/a> near you for legal advice. An attorney can assess your child’s case and determine if you have a valid claim. Together, you and your attorney can be your child’s fiercest advocate throughout this process.<\/p>\n

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The primary\u00a0source of lead<\/a>\u00a0is lead paint. Lead paint was standard in homes until the government banned it in 1978. If lead-based paint is in your home, contact a professional to remove it.<\/p>\n

Lead paint is dangerous for kids because they’re likelier to play with paint chips or wipe lead dust off windowsills. What’s even scarier is that young children tend to eat paint chips. The amount of lead in paint is high. If your child ingests or inhales lead, they can become very ill.<\/p>\n

Contact a healthcare professional immediately if your kids have ingested lead. They can check your child’s blood lead level and determine if they’re at risk of lead poisoning.<\/p>\n

According to the\u00a0U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission<\/a>\u00a0(CPSC), numerous children’s toys and other products can also make your kids sick. Some of these lead-containing products include the following:<\/p>\n