Is your home lead safe?
In 1978 the federal government banned consumer uses of lead based paints; however, lead based paint may still be present in homes under layers of new paint. Peeling, chipped, cracked, and damaged lead based paint is a hazard to children and pregnant women. Ensure your home is lead safe!
1.Get the facts.
2.Get your child tested.
3.GET YOUR HOME TESTED.
For questions and more information contact:
Katie Welch RN, BSN, IBCLC @ 301-334-7720 or katie.welch@maryland.gov
Kris Dewitt @ 301-334-7760 or kristina.dewitt@maryland.gov
Preguntas? Llámenos al 301-334-7720 para servicios de traducción.
Accessibility assistance available at 301-334-7720.
Submitted by GCHD Early Care Programs
Communications, Data Science, and Informatics Administrator at Garrett County Health Department
Population Health, Innovation, and Informatics Unit
Contact: media@mygarrettcounty.com
Contact: media@mygarrettcounty.com
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