Memphis’ poor housing exacerbates lead exposure
Le Bonheur part of effort to raise awareness of risks
Experts say 200,000 homes in Memphis are at risk for lead exposure due to age and lead paint.
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Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital Dr. Jason Yaun Green & Healthy Homes Initiative Cathy MarcinkoJane Roberts
Jane Roberts has reported in Memphis for more than 20 years. As a senior member of The Daily Memphian staff, she was assigned to the medical beat during the COVID-19 pandemic. She also has done in-depth work on other medical issues facing our community, including shortages of specialists in local hospitals. She covered K-12 education here for years and later the region’s transportation sector, including Memphis International Airport and FedEx Corp.
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