Get the lead out of toys
1-Canada's children are safer today after a federal recall of toys and costume jewellery
2-The federal government shouldn't stop there.
3-Many of these items were found by the Star to contain dangerous levels of lead.
4-More effort is needed to further protect this country's most vulnerable residents.
5-About one in every four of the items that were examined and tested contained the toxic metal lead.
6-Lead poisoning can occur if a child swallows or sucks on a lead-laced object
7-Lead poisoning can sometimes resulting in a falling IQ and poor school performance. Heavy dosages can cause vomiting and even death.
Therefore,
8-The federal government should test a significant more amount of child products to ensure that no harmful products are endangering children of young ages.
http://www.thestar.com/article/524401
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