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This paper examines statistics relating to lead poisoning among children in the third world. According to the paper, the consequences of high blood lead levels can result in coma, seizures, and death. The paper notes that this means that vast numbers of children are in danger of succumbing to lead poisoning. Just as disturbingly, lower BLLs can result in cognitive impairment and a battery of other health issues. Therefore, from the public health and policy perspectives, lead poisoning is clearly worth fighting, as any mass reduction in BLLs will mean saving the lives and health of many children, especially the poorest and most vulnerable ones.

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"According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 890,000 children in the U.S. have some level of lead poisoning (CDC 1997, p. 13). Blood lead levels (BLLs) over 70 A'A g/dL can result in coma, seizures, and death, meaning that vast numbers of children are in danger of succumbing to lead poisoning. Just as disturbingly, lower BLLs can result in cognitive..."

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