Lead remains a hazard for Arizona’s children

By | October 22nd, 2021|Preparedness|

Even though it has been more than 40 years since the federal government banned the manufacturing of lead-based paint and even longer since the U.S. moved away from gasoline containing lead, exposure to this toxic metal remains a danger to Arizonans, especially children. Looking toward Lead Poisoning Prevention Week from Oct. 24-30, the Arizona Department [...]