Dry sanding lead paint, previously often used for renovation work, is especially dangerous as it can create a highly toxic lead dust. Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs minister ...

Growth of plants in greenhouses sprayed with the paint (right) was compared with that of plants in untreated greenhouses (left). Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the ...

Without urgent intervention, these toxic paints will continue to endanger lives, especially those of children, the most vulnerable victims of lead poisoning.

RAMAPO -- A property contaminated years ago by the illegal dumping of toxic paint sludge has been earmarked for cleanup under ...