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Is There a Lead Poison Epidemic in the U.S.?

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on February 24th, 2017 in Blog

A recently released special report from Reuters suggests there could be as many as 3,000 areas in the U.S. with lead poisoning rates that are at least double those of Flint, Michigan when that...

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Four Ways to Protect Your Family From Lead Poisoning

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on November 11th, 2016 in Blog

From recent reports of extensive lead poisoning in Michigan, New York, and Wisconsin, it’s safe to say that building materials that haven’t been used since 1978 will continue to be a health danger for...

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Pediatrics Push for Stronger Lead Laws

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on July 27th, 2016 in Blog

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is using its influence to leverage for more strict national regulation in terms of exposure to lead. In their new policy statement, the AAP says that there is,...

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Should NY Schools be Forced to Test for Lead in Water?

Posted by: James Fitzgerald on June 10th, 2016 in Blog

Alarming reports about lead contamination found in water supplies of some New York districts – including Binghamton and Ithaca – have prompted calls to legislators to take action that would lead to mandated water...

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