Illinois among leaders in kids with high lead levels; officials raise awareness of problem

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Illinois among leaders in kids with high lead levels; officials raise awareness of problem

http://www.therepublic.com/view/story/76b734c31ee741cbacc4ca8845019e00/IL--Lead-Poisoning-Awareness/

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
First Posted: October 22, 2011 - 5:01 am
Last Updated: October 22, 2011 - 5:02 am

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Illinois officials will use Lead Poisoning Prevention Week next week to raise awareness about a problem that is worse here than in many states. snip

Lead paint and its dust are major sources of poisoning in children. Illinois has an estimated 2 million homes built before 1978 — when lead-based paint was banned.

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