Lead Dust Testing

Understanding the Silent Threat of Lead

Is Your Philadelphia Home Hiding a Danger? The Truth About Lead Dust.

Lead is a naturally occurring element, but when it's present in your home, it becomes a serious, invisible threat. Especially prevalent in older Philadelphia homes built before 1978, lead-based paint can deteriorate into harmful dust particles that contaminate surfaces throughout your living space.

This dust is odorless, invisible, and easily ingested or inhaled, making your home a potential health hazard without you even knowing it.

Why Lead Dust is So Dangerous: Protecting Philadelphia's Families

Lead poisoning can have devastating, irreversible effects on almost every organ system in the body. While it's dangerous for everyone, children aged six and under, and pregnant women are uniquely vulnerable to its severe impacts. Even low levels of lead exposure can cause significant health problems.

For Children, Lead Exposure Can Lead To:

• Developmental Delays: Behavioral and learning challenges, lower IQ.
• Growth Issues: Slowed physical development.
• Health Complications: Hearing problems and anemia.
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For Pregnant Women, Lead Exposure Poses Serious Risks Such As:

• Premature Birth or Low Birth Weight: Affecting the baby's start in life.
• Organ Damage: Harm to the baby's developing brain, kidneys, and nervous system.
• Increased Risks: Higher likelihood of learning or behavioral problems for the child, and increased risk of miscarriage for the mother.