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Safe firearm storage may reduce blood lead levels in children (www.brown.edu)

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[–] phoenixz@lemmy.ca 2 points 20 hours ago

Hoover’s research has focused on how firearm-related lead can contribute to increased blood lead levels in children in the United States. Firearms use lead-based ammunition and primers, he explained, so discharging a firearm releases lead particles that can be inhaled or inadvertently transported into the home on contaminated clothing or gear.

If this also.works for adults,not would explain a lot of the insanely behaviors of gun nut magas