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Most cases of lead poisoning in the US occur among children who eat chips of lead containing paint that have peeled off the ceilings and walls of old buildings. Lead paints were widely used for home interiors until the 1940's and in many city slums, where buildings have been poorly kept 15 percent to 20 percent of the children between the ages of one and five show evidence of lead ingestion. It is estimated that 3 percent to 5 percent have potentially toxic levels of lead in their blood. In large cities, hundreds of cases among children are reported each year, but it is believed that the actual number may be much higher. In industries that use lead or lead components, lead poisoning among workers is a potentially serious hazard, but present control measures are so stringent that cases of industrial poisoning are rare. Symptoms of lead poisoning develop slowly after several months of lead ingestion. Early symptoms are mild diarrhea, anemia and irritability. As the level of lead rises stupor and convulsions occur, often leading to death. The prevention of leading poisoning is therefore of prime importance. An effective measure program includes making the public aware of the danger, testing paint in dilapidated buildings, examining children for evidence of lead ingestion and keeping children out of unsafe houses. Write Summary of it ​

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Cases of lead poisoning occur among children who eat chips of lead-containing paint peeled off from ceiling and walls of old houses. This is especially so in slums and large cities in industries that use lead or its components, workers are also exposed to lead poisoning. The symptoms include diarrhea, anemia, irritability and convulsions. To curb lead poisoning, awareness campaigns should be carried out. Children should be checked for lead ingestion. Paint in old buildings and discharges from vehicles should be monitored closely.