According to the CDC – Centers for Disease Control – a whopping 351,454 young children were affected by lead poisoning in 2017. That’s a scary number any way you look at it! Especially since lead poisoning can irretrievably damage the kidneys, nervous system, brain and bones, and seriously impact the mental and physical development of children.
Where does your state figure in cases of lead poisoning? Here’s an infographic that shows the map of USA highlighting affected states and pinpointing those with the highest lead levels. Watch for the symptoms, note the typical ways children get exposed. Take action.
Leading The Way in Lead Poisoning:
Infographic by – ModernCastle