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Lead poisoning secondary prevention
Introduction
Overview
Overview
Effective measure for the secondary prevention of lead poisoning is screening all children in the US with venous blood lead levels. [1] [2]
Secondary Prevention
Secondary Prevention
Effective measure for the secondary prevention of lead poisoning is screening all children in the US with venous blood lead levels.
References
References
- ↑ Meyer PA, McGeehin MA, Falk H (2003). “A global approach to childhood lead poisoning prevention”. Int J Hyg Environ Health. 206 (4–5): 363–9. doi:10.1078/1438-4639-00232. PMID 12971691.
- ↑ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (2006). “Death of a child after ingestion of a metallic charm–Minnesota, 2006”. MMWR Morb Mortal Wkly Rep. 55 (12): 340–1. PMID 16572103.
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