China finds cover-up in lead poisoning of 200 children

According to the news article, an investigation has revealed a cover-up in the lead poisoning of 200 children in China. The investigation found that education officials had received bribes, while health officials had tampered with test results to conceal the extent of the lead poisoning. The article states that the incident occurred in a village in eastern China, where a lead smelting plant was operating. The lead poisoning affected a significant number of children, but the true scale of the problem was hidden from the public due to the actions of corrupt officials. The investigation uncovered the systematic efforts to cover up the lead poisoning, which included the manipulation of test results and the acceptance of bribes by officials responsible for the health and education of the affected children. This incident highlights the issue of corruption and the potential impact it can have on public health and safety in certain regions of China.