Figure B
Number of children 1–5 years old with blood lead levels at least 10 μg/dL
| Year | # of children with blood lead levels greater than 10 μg/dL |
|---|---|
| 1976 | 13,500,000 |
| 2006 | 174,000 |
Source: National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. 2003-2006. U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. National Center for Health Statistics.
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