Lead by Francesco Scatena via iStock for WMNF News. Exposure to lead poisoning can cause serious health problems, especially in kids aged 1 to 6. The Department of Health in Hillsborough County ...

One of the most important jobs of a parent is keeping children safe. We can prepare for a few no-brainers, like placing baby gates in front of stairways, preparing food to prevent choking, and ...

Between recalls for ground cinnamon with high levels of lead and popular protein powders testing positive for the heavy metal these past few weeks, you're probably wondering what lead can do to your ...

The Midland County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) offers appointments for capillary blood lead testing (finger poke) to identify lead exposure in children. As of April 30, the Michigan universal ...

As workers set up stations at North Division High School’s cafeteria to test children’s blood for lead, a group of frustrated parents and community activists gathered just outside the main entrance.

We spoke with an expert regarding whether or not you should always test for lead in older pieces of serveware and dishes.

Chicago residents risk daily lead exposure from toxic lead service lines, the underground pipes that connect buildings to the city’s water supply. The city has the most lead service lines in the ...

A recent Consumer Reports investigation found that many popular protein powders and shakes contain concerning levels of lead. The results sparked widespread interest among readers, many of whom rely ...

People in and around the burn zone may have been exposed to the toxic chemical through ash from the wildfires. By Erin Rode Erin Rode visited a mobile testing clinic in Altadena, Calif., to meet with ...

Lead exposure testing for children is now required in 16 ZIP codes in Kane County, according to a new list from the Illinois Department of Public Health. Having added 180 new ZIP codes, the total ...

ILLINOIS (KFVS) - The Illinois Department of Public Health expanded its list of zip codes where lead exposure testing is required for children who live in the areas, including some Heartland counties.