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Even if you create the perfect environment for your child inside your home, she'll be spending a lot of time outside, where surroundings are somewhat less controllable. Your personal supervision will remain the most valuable protection.

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Lead Exposure & Children: FAQs for Families

Lead can hide in everyday items in your home. Use this interactive question-and-answer tool to learn how to protect your child from lead exposure and ways your pediatrician can help.

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PFAS: Limiting Children’s Exposure to "Forever Chemicals"
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