Lead poisoning among low-income children in Orange County, California: a need for regionally differentiated policy

Article Abstract:

The incidence of lead poisoning may not be high among low income children living in Orange County, California. A universal screening program may not be necessary for children living in this community. Among 5,115 low income children between one and six years old living in Orange County, 7% had blood levels of lead 0.5 micromoles or more per liter. Less than 1% had blood levels higher than 1.2 micromoles per liter, and 83% of these children had a history of lead consumption unrelated to lead-containing paint. Ingestion of lead-containing paint has become a public health concern for children living in housing built before 1950. Blood lead testing is expensive and can cause both physical and emotional trauma in children. A detailed medical history may be preferable to blood lead testing for children living in areas with a low incidence of lead poisoning.

Usage, Demographic aspects, Medical screening, Health screening, Poor children, Lead poisoning

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Lithium: Proving Its Mettle for 50 Years

Article Abstract:

Researchers gathered to discuss the success of lithium in treating mood disorders. This use of lithium has been around since the late 1800s, but a 1949 paper documenting its effectiveness led to its widespread use. Fifty years later, lithium is still used to treat mood disorders, particularly manic-depression, also called bipolar disorder. Some reports suggest lithium is not as effective as many doctors believed. However, it is clear that many people respond to lithium. There is also evidence that lithium lowers the suicide rate in people with mood disorders.

Drug therapy, Bipolar disorder, Lithium, Lithium (Metal)

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