Collaborative for Health & Environment
Collaborative for Health & Environment
This presentation, “Lead in Drinking Water: The Science and Public Health Safeguards,” provides an overview of lead exposure in drinking water, the potential health impacts of lead, and the science behind current public health protections. It explains how lead can enter drinking water, how exposure is evaluated, and the safeguards and strategies used to identify, reduce, and prevent lead exposure in communities. The presentation is intended to help water professionals, public health officials, and the public better understand the challenges associated with lead in drinking water and the importance of effective monitoring and protective measures.