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Lead abatement in the United States

Lead is a harmful substance that can be found in many different things, like paint, pipes, and even the ground. Lead can be especially dangerous for young children because it can hurt their brains and make it harder for them to learn and grow.

In the United States, people have started to do something called "lead abatement" to try and get rid of all the lead that might be in their homes, schools, and communities. This means that they work really hard to figure out where the lead might be hiding and then they try to get rid of it or cover it up so that nobody gets hurt.

Lead abatement can be a big job and it can take a lot of time and money, but it is very important to make sure that everyone is safe and healthy. Lots of people, like scientists, doctors, and government workers, all work together to make sure that lead abatement happens the right way and that everyone can live in a place that is free from lead dangers.