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About Lead-Based Paint

Internet URL

http://www.hud.gov/offices/lead/healthyhomes/lead.cfm  

Sponsoring Agency

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development

Description

Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems, especially in young children. If your home was built before 1978, learn what you can do to protect your child from lead poisoning.

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Review Date

1/26/2012