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CDC Warns of Applesauce-Related Lead Poisoning in Toddlers
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The CDC is warning doctors about the risk of lead poisoning in toddlers due to high lead levels found in certain applesauce products. The affected states are Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Washington. The FDA is investigating the source of the contamination and is urging parents to have their children's blood tested for lead levels.
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