GET THE FACTS: Lead Poisoning Prevention

No safe blood lead level has been identified in children; however, lead poisoning is preventable. Even low levels of lead detected in children’s blood can be linked to adverse effects on a child’s brain and nervous system, learning and behaviors, delayed growth and development, and hearing/speech problems.

GET THE FACTS.
Get your child tested.
Get your home tested.

For questions and more information contact:

Katie Welch RN, BSN, IBCLC @ 301-334-7720 or [email protected]
Kris Dewitt @ 301-334-7760 or [email protected]

Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7720 para servicios de traducción.
Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7720.
Submitted by GCHD Early Care Programs