The objective of this study is to assess the effectiveness of portable air filtration for mitigating lead dust exposures and reducing childhood blood lead levels in older housing.
“Despite significant lead abatement efforts made by local, state and federal agencies, the number one source of lead exposure continues to be indoor dust from lead-based paint in homes built before 1978,” Morishita said. “So, we are very excited and grateful for this opportunity to assess the effectiveness of portable air filtration units as an intermediate tool for mitigating lead dust exposure and reducing childhood blood lead levels.”
