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Experts explore connection between lead poisoning, housing market

WGVU News | By Hilary Farrell
Published September 29, 2016 at 1:47 PM EDT
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Childhood lead exposure rates continue to climb in Kent County – particularly in areas of Grand Rapids. 

Paul Haan of the Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan talks to WGVU about common exposure sources and what role the housing market may play in concerns.

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Hilary Farrell
Hilary is a General Assignment and Enterprise reporter for WGVU Public Media. She joined WGVU in September 2014 after several years of experience as a local news reporter, anchor and photojournalist in Midland, Saginaw and Bay counties. She's also worked as a financial and business reporter and audio field producer.
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