Posts Tagged: Lead
Protect Your Family From Exposure to Lead
Lead contamination has been in the news recently, most notably in cities where the water supply have been tainted by the presence of lead. However, one of the most common sources of lead contamination originates from lead paint that was used in homes prior to 1978. The dust from that lead paint is one of the most common sources of lead poisoning which affects families around the world.
Any lead paint that was used in homes prior to 1978 may be under ...
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Mold 101: Effects on Human Health
Mold is a term used for a collection of fungi that are found virtually everywhere in the air. When in a dry state, mold is relatively harmless. However, on surfaces that provide a source of food in a humid atmosphere, they can take hold and grow quickly. It does not take long for mold to grow inside the home. It can consume materials, cause damage to structural integrity, and even create respiratory issues.
A damp environment represents a potential home for mold ...
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Hidden Health Hazards in the Home
There are many hazards in your home that can be seen. However, many hazards in the home are not visible to the naked eye. It is this type of unseen hazard that is the most dangerous. They can be present in the home for years and can cause damage to you and your family. You can increase awareness of these potential dangers by understanding what to look for.
Most Common Health Hazards
Cleaning Products: Traditional cleaning products made from ammonia or bleach have been ...
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Open Windows Can Let in Fresh Air … And Surprisingly Lead too!
The recent events in Flint, Michigan have led many families to become concerned about the drinking water in their homes. However, they may be overlooking another source of lead that is coming in through their open windows.
Lead may still be present in the paint and wood of homes in the US that were constructed before 1978. Every time a window is opened, the fine lead dust is disturbed. Children are especially vulnerable. They are closer to the ground and more likely to ...
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Link Between Lead Exposure and Heart Disease
Since the 1970s, lead has been banned for use in paints, gasoline, and many other products because of its effects on the brain. However, its connection to heart disease has only recently been revealed.
A recent observational study from The Lancet Public Health Journal revealed that 256,000 cases of premature death caused by cardiovascular disease in the US may be linked to lead exposure. This new study defies the notion that low levels of lead exposure had little to no effect on premature ...
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The Importance of Lead Exposure & Removal
While lead exposure rates in the US have dropped considerably since the mid-1970s, recent events demonstrate that residents are not totally removed from the issue. Since the 2016 lead contamination and water crisis in Flint, Michigan, it has been discovered that thousands of other communities in the US suffer from lead exposure rates even greater than those documented in Flint.
This new awareness of the presence of lead has caught some off-guard, considering that the substance was banned from products for decades. However, many ...
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Detecting the Presence of Lead in Food
Lead is a toxic element that is naturally present in the water, air, and soil. Even small amounts of lead can be dangerous, especially to children. Lead inhibits the proper development of the brain, which in turn can affect speech, emotion, and cognitive ability. In addition, recent studies have demonstrated a link between lead and premature death due to heart disease.
New concerns about lead in food have surfaced in India where instant noodles, a popular food consumed by tens of millions of ...
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Lead Poisoning Spreading Among California Workers
Of the many issues facing the residents of California, one of the most insidious is the expansion of lead poisoning throughout various businesses and into the surrounding communities. While lead itself is an important metal used in various fields, the side effects of exposure have proven to be quite harmful to adults and children.
The increase in lead poisoning cases results from a combination of poor industrial management and a failure of state agencies to act on the problem, even when informed. Only ...
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Lead Exposure and Its Irreversible Damage
Past issues with the water supply in Flint, Michigan, have once again brought the dangers of lead exposure into the forefront. Lead poisoning has been an issue for thousands of years, but it was only in 1978 that the US ban lead in paint and other consumer goods, as its effects were becoming better understood.
Symptoms of Lead Exposure
One of the reasons lead is so dangerous is that low-level exposure does not create any obvious symptoms. This usually means that the exposure continues, which ...
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What Every Parent Should Know About Lead Poisoning
Thanks to growing news reports, particularly from Flint, Michigan, and the issues they are having with their water system, lead poisoning is a topic that is garnering more attention. Lead used to be a common ingredient in paint and gasoline until it was banned in the early 1970s. The effects of lead poisoning, especially on children, can be devastating.
What is Lead Poisoning?
Lead is similar to the many minerals that are absorbed and passed through the body, such as zinc, iron, and calcium. However, ...
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