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Needleman, Herbert L. – American Journal of Public Health, 1991
Discusses the mounting evidence for the neurological damage of childhood lead poisoning. Argues that ignoring lead poisoning is more expensive than preventing it. Reviews a recent plan to eradicate lead poisoning and the sociological factors that may impede its implementation. (CJS)
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Child Welfare, Children, Lead Poisoning