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Lead and your kids.

Authors :
Waldman, S.
Rosenberg, D.
Source :
Newsweek. 7/15/1991, Vol. 118 Issue 3, p42. 7p. 7 Color Photographs, 1 Diagram, 2 Charts.
Publication Year :
1991

Abstract

Reports that lead poisoning is now called the nation's number 1 environmental threat to youngsters by top officials of the Bush administration. Even small doses of lead can make children less intelligent and, although lead-based paint and gasoline are banned, tons of old lead still line the walls of many American homes. Statistics on the hazards; Specific case examples. INSET: Where lead is found.;Is your home safe? Here's how to check....

Subjects

Subjects :
*PHYSIOLOGICAL effects of lead

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00289604
Volume :
118
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Newsweek
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
9107152875