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Lead exposure may speed up memory loss among young children
short by / on Thursday, 10 July, 2025
A new study in Science Advances reveals that even low lead exposure during pregnancy and early childhood may cause faster memory loss in kids aged 6 to 8. Researchers found higher blood lead levels linked to quicker forgetting, raising concerns over learning ability and brain development. Experts urge stronger policies to limit lead exposure early on.
read more at Medical Dialogues