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Factors Associated With Blood Lead Levels Of Children In Southern Nevada, Mackenzie Suzanne Burns
Factors Associated With Blood Lead Levels Of Children In Southern Nevada, Mackenzie Suzanne Burns
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Exposure to lead continues to be a public health concern, particularly for young children. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that approximately 250,000 children currently have blood lead levels (BLLs) above the level at which adverse health effects are apparent and intervention is recommended (10μg/dL). National surveillance data on childhood lead exposure has been collected for children under the age of 6 years old since 1995. However, not until 2006 did a program begin in Nevada (limited to Clark County); therefore, statewide data about childhood lead exposure in Nevada remains limited. The goal of this study was to …