Childhood lead poisoning rates fall but remain stubbornly high in Detroit

 In Detroit's 48206 ZIP code, 18% of children tested under 6 years old had elevated blood lead levels in 2018 -- the highest rate of lead poisoning in the state.  

Note: Elevated blood lead levels are 5 micrograms per deciliter or greater.  Data are for children tested under 6 years old . Data for 2018 are provisional.
Source: Michigan Department of Health and Human Services