What are the most common ways children get lead poisoning?
The most common source of lead poisoning is from dust from chipping and peeling paint in older homes. Areas in the home where children are most often exposed to lead dust are window sills, window troughs, door ways and porches. Lead dust on floors from paint and soil is also a source for younger children who tend to crawl around and then out their hands in their mouths. Other sources of lead include soil, toys and costume jewelry, imported candies and imported pottery.
