2003-04-17

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USATODAY.com - Even 'safe' lead levels in blood may be unsafe

Children with blood lead levels considered safe by federal guidelines may suffer impairment of their intellectual abilities, a study suggests. If additional studies verify the findings reported in today's New England Journal of Medicine, many American children may be at risk for academic difficulties caused by exposure to even low levels of lead, a toxic metal found in the environment and especially in older homes with chipping lead-based paint.