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... > contexts > demography > residence characteristics > housing > health (housing) > environmental contamination: lead
... > contexts > population characteristics > health > public health > epidemiologic measurements > demography > residence characteristics > housing > health (housing) > environmental contamination: lead
... > contexts > population characteristics > demography > residence characteristics > housing > health (housing) > environmental contamination: lead

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environmental contamination: lead  

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  • Exposure to lead is a health hazard that occurs in the home and in workplace environments through its use in paint, gasoline, plumbing, traditional medicines, cosmetics, and imported products. Although lead has been banned for decades, older housing continues to present a risk of lead poisoning for individuals. [Source: The Encyclopedia of Housing; Environmental Contamination: Lead]

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