At long last, lead poisoning of kids is emerging as a priority on the world scene
![Lead poisoning is now getting more attention — and funds to fight it. Above: At a U.N. conference in Kenya, a booth offers information about testing and treatment.](https://media.npr.org/assets/img/2024/05/22/gettyimages-887120588_custom-cb25c5b518bbb4cde02905fb0796c456b123e59e.jpg)
It's been neglected for years, say global health advocates. Now it's getting more attention. And USAID has added it to its agenda with a $1.5 million budget line. Dr. Atul Gawande tells why.
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