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Expert: Sandy Brown, CHSP - 10/27/2009
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I have a question about the environmental risk that is lead. In our home, we have Christmas lights that contain lead. Recently, I saw someone in my home very briefly touch a large box in which Christmas tree decorations are stored. I said nothing about it, but in my mind it's been driving me crazy. Is there any risk of lead poisoning or am I just being paranoid?
Answer
Hi Erick,
Maybe a bit paranoid. We all have lights, ornaments, etc in our homes that still contain lead. If someone touches them, or as we touch all of them when we decorate our homes, we will not sustain lead poisoning. Unless you put them in your mouth and suck on them. Which is precisely what children do, and even pets.
Put up and enjoy your lights! Then, wash your hands, sit down, and relax.
Happy Holidays!
All my best,
Sandy
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