§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if he will provide information to the public on remedial measures to reduce blood-lead levels by means of dietary supplements; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir George Young[pursuant to his reply, 8 April 1981, c. 282]: There is no evidence to suggest that an additional intake of calcium or other essential food elements will inhibit the absorption of lead. If any specific cases of lead poisoning are identified, the doctor caring for the patient will prescribe the appropriate treatment.