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You can be exposed to lead while at work, but there are ways to keep you and your family safe.

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Apr. 11, 2024

Risk Factors

Learn about how lead gets inside our bodies and who is most at risk of exposure.

Symptoms

Learn about symptoms of lead exposure in adults.

Prevention

Learn how employers and workers can prevent work-related lead exposure and keep families safe.

For professionals

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About ABLES

This program monitors work-related lead exposure in the United States.

Apr. 22, 2024

Healthcare providers decide on the best treatment based on the level of lead in the blood.

Blood Lead Level Guidance

Learn about lead testing and workplace lead exposure regulations and recommendations.

Apr. 11, 2024

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Workplace Lead Exposure Trends

Assess lead exposure using data from the Adult Blood Lead Epidemiology and Surveillance program.

Apr. 22, 2024

Other CDC lead resources

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About Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention

Review information about childhood lead exposure including risk factors and prevention methods.

Aug. 21, 2025

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