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5. I think you're right about that

Sat Nov 24, 2012, 05:57 AM

Nov 2012

Getting lead out of gasoline was the biggie. Lead abatement in buildings also helped.

Even meth hasn't managed to ramp those statistics back up.

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One BIG thing most people forget.... [View all] WCGreen Nov 2012 OP

Yes, getting the lead out was really important. CaliforniaPeggy Nov 2012 #1

The Romans also used lead containers to sweeten wine Fumesucker Nov 2012 #6

The 70 year difference between Europe & US could explain A LOT. MH1 Nov 2012 #9

They can also pick it up from the air inside the house. proud2BlibKansan Nov 2012 #11

I think you're right about that Warpy Nov 2012 #5

Oh for sure.... WCGreen Nov 2012 #12

I cited meth because it's quicker than alcohol Warpy Nov 2012 #15

Interesting Idea Demeter Nov 2012 #7

Once pointed out the link is easy to see and even easier to believe. A Simple Game Nov 2012 #10

Very interesting post. hunter Nov 2012 #14