Episode 122: America’s Influence from Lead
Nov 16, 2023•36 min•Ep. 122
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Episode description
Lead exposure is top of mind for millions of Americans today, but its lifelong effects weren’t known widely until recent decades. It’s estimated that 170 million Americans alive today were exposed to high-lead levels in early childhood, but do we know the true impact from their exposure? Today, Matt and Carolanne talk about America’s long-term influence from lead.
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Sources
- https://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/gasoline/history-of-gasoline.php
- https://www.nrdc.org/resources/lead-pipes-are-widespread-and-used-every-state
- https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/dec/08/lead-poisoning-crisis-us-children
- https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/mar/07/lead-exposure-us-children-cognitive
- https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2118631119
- https://www.cbsnews.com/news/lead-poisoning-applesauce-pouches-wanabana-schnucks-weis/
- https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead/prevention/sources/foods-cosmetics-medicines.htm
- https://www.health.state.mn.us/communities/environment/lead/fs/common.html#foodandspices
- https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/lead-in-food-how-much-is-safe-140019560.html
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