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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Andrea Blanco

Nearly two dozen toddlers sickened by lead linked to contaminated apple sauce

AP

The CDC has warned paediatric physicians across America about potential cases of lead poisoning in children tied to a brand of pouches of cinnamon apple puree and applesauce.

At least 22 toddlers between the ages of one to three in 14 states were sickened by lead linked to the products. One of the minors showed a blood lead level eight times higher than the level that raises concern, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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