Pure Earth Ghana advises pregnant and maternal mothers to be vigilant on lead poisoning

According to them, lead poisoning occurs as a result of eating from a lead-made pot and the use of ‘KaJiKaJi’ on the eyebrows.

Speaking to the media, the Country Director for Pure Earth Ghana, Mr. Esmond Wisdom Quansah, stated that lead poisoning can undermine the health of women during pregnancy.

According to him, lead poisoning can lead to miscarriage, premature deliveries, and developmental issues in newborns.

He said the organization is alarming and calling for immediate action and attention to lead poisoning.

Mr. Wisdom Quansah added that they are putting in place measures to prevent the number of lead poisoning cases in Ghana and urged all women to be aware of lead poisoning.

Mrs. Patience Ami Mamattah, Ashaiman Municipal Director of Health, also called on everyone, everywhere, to play a key part in helping women and children survive in the Ashaiman municipality by creating awareness on the negative effects of lead most especially on the pregnant woman, the fetus and the young child.