BALTIMORE — About 3,000 children in Maryland are still dealing with lead poisoning, with most cases concentrated in the Baltimore region, according to preliminary data from the Maryland Department of the Environment.

The damaging heavy metal continues to pose health risks despite progress in addressing the issue statewide.

"We're kind of leading the nation of cities of our progress, but we still have far more cases than many cities," said Ruth Ann Horton from the Green & Healthy Homes Initiative .

3,000 Maryland kids still have lead poisoning: What parents must know

Long-term effects can last into adulthood

Kshawn Burrell discovered he had lead poisoning at age 15 and still experiences effects today.

"It takes an impact on me today and, you know, it's hard for day-to-day life to de

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