Lead poisoning in children

Lead poisoning in children refers to lead poisoning in children under the age of 18. It can have serious, irreversible consequences, particularly on cognitive and psychomotor development.

Our missions

  • Monitoring epidemiological trends in childhood lead poisoning and its screening

  • Enable the adaptation of preventive measures

  • Educate the general public

Publications

Here you will find the latest scientific publications related to the studies and research conducted by Santé publique France.

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105 publications

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The Relevance of Lead Poisoning Screening in the Vicinity of the Pontchardon Foundry (Orne). A Review of Available Data for Assessing Population Exposure to Environmental Lead

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Assessment of the Feasibility of Implementing Screening for Childhood Lead Poisoning Among Children Living Near Three Glass Factories in Lorraine. Recommendations and Management Measures, 2007–2008

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Prevalence Study of Elevated Blood Lead Levels in Newborns, Seine-Saint-Denis, December 2005–July 2006. Public Health Monitoring Days, November 29–30, 2006, Paris

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The Need for Complementary Environmental and Health Approaches in the Management of Contaminated Soil: The Case of Saint-Laurent-Le-Minier