Saturday, July 05, 2008
Medical Resources
Lead paint exposure is one of the foremost environmental health problems facing children across the United States today. Approximately 890,000 U.S. children aged 1-5 years have blood lead levels greater than the CDC recommended level of 10 micrograms of lead per deciliter of blood.

Even though lead poisoning can affect nearly every system in the body it often occurs with no obvious symptoms, frequently going unrecognized. Although the symptoms may not be obvious, Lead poisoning can cause devastating effects such as learning disabilities, behavioral problems, and, at very high levels, seizures, coma, and even death.

Exposure can occur in several places and several ways. It is critical that you get help immediately if you or someone you love has been exposed to lead. Calling your family physician is the first step to preventing further damage from occurring and possibly correcting any illness that has already set in. If diagnosed with a lead related illness your child may be eligible for money damages and should you call contact us immediately to discuss your options. You may call us at 1(866) 532-3435 or fill out our contact form to discuss the money damages that may be owed to you.