4.25.2024

And most of us grew up with it

Why the U.S. struggles to replace millions of lead pipes. ‘We’re just stuck.’

The cost of drinking contaminated water can last for decades. There is no safe level of exposure to lead, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It can cause developmental delays, difficulty learning and behavioral problems. Even low-level exposure can cause permanent cognitive damage, especially in developing children…

Is it any wonder we're "stuck"? 

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