New research published in the New England Journal of Medicine has explored the dangers of lead poisoning and shown that low-level lead poisoning is still a significant problem today. Chronic lead ...

At the same time, the scope of the world's lead poisoning problem remains huge, with the World Health Organisation estimating ...

In a disturbing case of food contamination, more than 230 children in Tianshui City, Gansu Province, China, have been hospitalized with lead poisoning. The incident occurred after kindergarten kitchen ...

Bans on lead in paint, gasoline and pipes have dramatically reduced lead poisoning that causes severe developmental problems in children. But another threat looms: More children have elevated lead ...

Lead poisoning causes severe developmental problems in children, particularly in the nation's poorest neighborhoods, where the use of lead paint is common. New York's city council is considering a law ...

Here’s what you need to know, from testing recommendations to local programs that can help reduce the risk of lead exposure.

Visitors can learn about the history of genetics in a new exhibit, “Genetics: What Makes You Unique,” which chronicles genetics research from Gregor Mendel’s famous pea experiments in the 19th century ...