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Encourage children to wash their hands frequently, especially before eating; keep kids away from peeling paint and where renovations may disturb lead-based paint – you should avoid these environments too if you’re pregnant; playing on grass is generally better than soil or dusty surfaces; control dust levels at home, sweep up paint chips, and keep play areas and toys clean; a nutritious diet also helps prevent lead from being absorbed into the body; if you think your child may have been exposed, ask your doctor about a blood test to check lead levels.

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