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September 7, 2001
MEDIA CONTACT: Joann Rodgers
PHONE: 410-955-6680
E-MAIL: jrodgers@jhmi.edu
The Kennedy-Krieger Institute, an affiliate institution of The Johns Hopkins University, is a world leader in developing methods to safely reduce and control residential lead-based paint hazards before they cause poisoning in children, as well as in treating lead poisoned children.
Recent news reports as well as statements from the Court of Appeals of Maryland have generated numerous inaccuracies and mischaracterizations regarding the Kennedy-Krieger Institute lead-based paint study, resulting in requests for clarification. The attached fact sheet and related documents provide the most accurate information available. These documents are posted at www.hopkinsmedicine.org