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Lead poisoning and health

August 2019

This factsheet compiles the latest information on the effects of lead on human health. It is presented in the 6 UN languages.The factsheet lists the Key Facts, and describes the Sources and routes of exposure, the Health effects of lead poisoning on children, and the WHO response. The factsheet also points to relevant related websites.

Emerging Policy Issues: Lead in paint

Topics: Awareness-raising

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Lead Paint Factsheet

UNEP

November 2019

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This factsheet presents the work of UNEP and the Lead Paint Alliance. The document also highlights its impacts and the SAICM GEF project Lead in paint component.

Emerging Policy Issues: Lead in paint

Topics: Awareness-raising

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Questions & Answers on Lead

World Health Organization

June 2020

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Questions and answers on lead from the World Health Organization:What is lead? What is lead poisoning? What are the health effects of lead exposure? What are the costs associated with lead exposure? What are the sources of human exposure to lead? How important are used lead-acid batteries as a source of lead exposure? What is lead paint? Why is lead paint an important source of human exposure? What are the economic costs of lead paint? What is the Global Alliance

Emerging Policy Issues: Lead in paint

Topics: Awareness-raising

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