Today's "Good Health Minute"

Tuesday, May 13th

…and we’re discussing safe drinking water this week.

·        All forms of life exist due to water. As precious as water is to our existence, we must remain vigilant to make sure our drinking water is safe.

·        Lead, a metal found in natural deposits, is commonly used in household plumbing materials and water service lines. The greatest exposure to lead is swallowing or breathing in lead paint chips and dust. But lead in drinking water can also cause a variety of adverse health effects.

·        In babies and children, exposure to lead in drinking water above the action level can result in delays in physical and mental development, along with slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. In adults, it can cause increases in blood pressure. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.

Have your water tested to make sure what your family is drinking is safe.

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