Utah to receive $599K to protect children from lead in drinking water via KSLcom
Lead can enter the bloodstream through contaminated drinking water or by exposure to lead-based paints — which are common in homes built prior to 1978 when they were banned.Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
. Exposure to lead can cause serious adverse effects, including damage to the brain and nervous system, slowed development, and problems with learning, behavior, hearing and speech. The EPA grants will cover voluntary testing, monitoring and remediation actions, which could include "the removal, installation, and replacement of internal plumbing, lead pipes or lead connectors, faucets, water fountains, water filler stations, point-of-use devices, and other lead-free apparatus related to drinking water," the agency said.
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