Lead Poisoning--The Hidden Epidemic

Duration: 9

Year Published: 1972

Creator: Long Island Film Studios

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Probes the tragedy of lead poisoning, pointing out the sources of lead, symptoms of early and acute stages, methods of detection, and means of treatment and prevention. Explains that lead is found in pottery, children's toys, paint chips, and also soil and air contaminated by industrial pollution and auto exhausts. Emphasizes that frequent blood tests, prompt treatment, and elimination of lead sources are necessary in order to reverse the growing epidemic.