Studies link lead exposure to several chronic health problems, and it poses a greater threat to children. Where does this invisible toxin hide, and how can you test your home?
Many water utilities, including in Georgia, have lost track of where they have lead service lines.
Laura had her water tested for lead. She got the results almost two years later.
This story examines how water utilities in Georgia test for lead in water.
At 16 months, Austin Poteet was diagnosed with lead poisoning. The state of Georgia's slow response may have put others at risk.
Lead still exists in many common household items such as costume jewelry, toys, furniture and clothes. How worried should you be?
