Heavy Metals

One thing that continues to frustrate me after reading these articles is that children are the most vulnerable to the negative health effects of lead and yet it took the government so long before something is done. What adds to the frustration is reading about industrial representatives saying that the relationship between lead and IQ being untrue, even when the research says the contrary. It's sad to see so many supposedly intelligent people playing dumb just to make sure they don't lose money. Amidst these frustrations, there is at least hope that changes can be made. It may take awhile, but a collective effort from residents and organizations can lobby for change. We just have to keep at it and continue to seek the changes we want to be made for the good of ourselves and our environment.

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  1. UnknownNovember 5, 2018 at 6:06 PM

    I totally agree with your frustration, but I think the main challenge is within education. I know that while I might not have cared as much when I was younger, but at least receiving some kind of information so I could begin making informed decisions would have been very helpful. I think we need to be better and educate our youth.

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  2. UnknownNovember 19, 2018 at 6:37 PM

    I totally agree and feel the same way as you do regarding the exposure to children. I can't believe people are still negating the fact that there is many health risk such as lower IQ when it comes to lead exposure. I think it is important to educate our community members on the risk of lead exposure that way they are able to know signs, symptoms, and hopefully prevent exposure.

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