Tuesday 1 July 2014

Increased Lead Levels in Blood Linked With Behavioral Problems in Kids

A new study led by Jianghong Liu from University of Pennsylvania and involving preschool children in China reveals that elevated levels of lead in children's blood may be linked with increased behavioral problems. Background: Lead toxicity can lower a child's IQ. Blood lead concentrations greater than 10 (and) #956;g/dL also have been linked to behavior problems in children. Still, the effect of lead on children's behavior is less understood than its effect on IQ. Lead ...

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