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Lead-based paint found in half of all inspected schools

  • Written by Marilynne R Wood, Professor, University of Toledo
Lead-based paint is being found in roughly half of schools that do inspections, a federal report reveals.Carlos Osario/AP

With all the emphasis that has been placed on making sure children are safe from the hazards of lead-based paint at home, similar efforts would seem just as important for America’s schools.

After all, outside of the home,...

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