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Lead Poisoning Prevention
What About Lead in Toys?
The large number of safety recall for toys containing lead paint has caused increasing concern about the risk of the toys to children.
Stay Informed About Toy Recalls
Parents should stay up to date on toy recalls. Oregon's state Lead Prevention program maintains a list of consumer product and FDA recalls for toys with lead hazards. They also offer email notification about new toy recalls.
Oregon Lead Poisoning Prevention Program »
Have Your Child Tested
If your child has played with one of these toys—especially if the child frequently chews on toys or puts toys in his or her mouth—you should discuss the need for a blood lead test with your health care provider. Testing your children for lead is the best way to determine if they have been exposed to lead.
Remember that, while toys are one concerning source for lead poisoning, many children in the U.S. are exposed to lead through contact with old paint in housing, deteriorated paint, settled house dust and bare contaminated soil. Please see the list of other sources of lead that can be a hazard to your children.
Lead Testing for Preschool or Day Care
Do you work with children ages 0-6? You can bring free lead testing to your day care or preschool. Sign up»
Questions?
Call the Leadline
503-988-4000
The Leadline provides information and referrals for local lead programs and services.
Spanish, Russian, and Vietnamese interpreters are available.
Page updated April 8, 2010