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Mariah is a journalist who can be found at one of LA's many libraries, and supporting local musicians and street vendors.

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Posted inPublic Health

Community researchers uncover failures of California Department of Toxic Substance Control — lead levels remain high in East, Southeast LA

by Mariah Castaneda03/23/202303/23/2023

Community members have teamed up with local scientists to study the extent of lead contamination in East and Southeast LA. Their findings are grim.

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