risk factors for lead exposure

Risk factors for lead exposure include living in older homes with peeling or flaking lead-based paint, especially built before 1978. Visiting or working in environments with contaminated soil, water, or industrial emissions can also increase risk. Children are more vulnerable due to behaviors like hand-to-mouth actions. Additionally, certain occupations or hobbies involving old paint, batteries, or plumbing can expose adults. Poor maintenance of homes, drinking contaminated water from lead pipes, and residing near factories or busy roads with high pollution further elevate exposure risks. Awareness and proactive measures can significantly reduce these risks.