Children can be exposed to lead in many ways. They may get lead from old paint on their hands or toys, and then put their hand in their mouths. They can breathe lead dust from old paint, or eat paint chips or dirt that has lead in it. Water that comes from pipes that have lead soldering can contain lead, too.
Lead poisoning is very preventable.
There is a lot you can do to reduce the lead that your child is exposed to. This information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for professional care.