Lead exposure is a risk to any human, but children are most vulnerable to the element's neurotoxicity, which can lead to developmental delays, learning difficulties and mood changes among other ...

Two house painters in hazmat suits remove lead paint from the side of a house. Cleveland Department of Public Health reports show nearly all cases of childhood lead poisoning in the city come from ...

From cinnamon to protein powders, reports about high levels of lead in our food are raising questions about how to reduce exposure. This week, a Consumer Reports investigation found some protein ...

The human body thrives on essential metals, but excessive exposure can cause a variety of issues for them in the long run, ...

For the first time in history, the US Food and Drug Administration has established guidance for levels of lead in processed baby foods that are sold on supermarket shelves and online. The agency’s ...

Children with high blood lead levels throughout childhood and by age 8 were significantly more likely to report symptoms of depression at age 12, based on a new study published in JAMA Network Open.

A landmark law to proactively address lead-based paint in Louisville rental properties is taking effect this month, aiming to protect thousands of children from a potent neurotoxin. The ordinance ...

Persistent lead exposure linked to cognitive decline, heart disease, and developmental issues—posing ongoing risks despite decades of reduction efforts. Study: Lead Poisoning. Image Credit: Kim ...