<P> Lead paint is hazardous . It can cause nervous system damage, stunted growth, kidney damage, and delayed development . It is dangerous to children because it tastes sweet, therefore encouraging children to put lead chips and toys with lead dust in their mouths . Lead paint is dangerous to adults and can cause reproductive problems in men or women . Decreases in sperm production in men have been noted . Lead is considered a possible and likely carcinogen . High levels may result in death . </P> <Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> The examples and perspective in this section deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject . You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate . (May 2012) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> </Table> <Tr> <Td> </Td> <Td> The examples and perspective in this section deal primarily with the United States and do not represent a worldwide view of the subject . You may improve this article, discuss the issue on the talk page, or create a new article, as appropriate . (May 2012) (Learn how and when to remove this template message) </Td> </Tr> <P> The European Union has passed a directive controlling lead paint use . </P>

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