Before drinking tap water, flush your home’s pipes by running the tap, taking a shower, or doing laundry or a load of dishes. 🚰 Learn more about reducing lead in water. 💧 www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/basic-information-about-leaddrinking-water#reducehome #NLPPW2025 #LeadFreeKids

Did you know many homes built before 1978 contain lead paint on both interior and exterior surfaces? When lead paint gets old, it can start to peel or come off in pieces. #NLPPW2022 #leadfreekids buff.ly/nUu4aGd

Protect Your Family from Sources of Lead | US EPA This page provides information on how you can reduce your family's risk of lead exposure and prevent lead poisoning.

It’s #NationalLeadPoisoningPreventionWeek!

🏡 Today’s theme: Actions to Prevent Lead Exposure. Wipe & remove shoes before entering your home—lead dust can build up when old paint deteriorates.

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The CDC estimates that approximately 500,000 kids in the U.S. have blood lead levels at or above the reference value, and that number stays roughly the same each year. That's why it's important to educate everyone about lead poisoning. #NLPPW2025 #ILPPW2025 #LeadFreeKids #PublicHealth

Did you know: 1 in 3 children worldwide have an elevated blood lead level? Eating a diet high in iron, calcium, and vitamin C can help your child lower their blood lead level. LiveLeadSafe.org #LeadFreeKids #SafetyFirst #LeadPrevention

Lead is a poison, and the damage it causes is permanent. Schedule periodic blood tests to ensure your little one is safe from lead poisoning. Any lead detected in your child's blood is cause for concern.

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Even a small amount of lead can be dangerous for kids. It’s National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, learn how you can reduce lead exposure in your home and keep your little ones safe! Visit: bit.ly/3A0U19c #LeadFreeKids

In homes built before 1978, remediating damaged paint is not a chore you add to the bottom of your to-do list. It's also not something you should fix yourself. Hire an EPA-licensed contractor who will do the work safely. Learn more: bit.ly/Blog_2102C #NLPPW2025 #LeadFreeKids #ILPPW2025 #PublicHealth

Kids are most at risk for lead exposure, but it's preventable! Your child should be tested twice by the age of two to keep them safe. Visit: bit.ly/3A0U19c #LeadFreeKids

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week | US EPA EPA worked with U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to develop materials for National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week which is the last full…

It’s #NationalLeadPoisoningPreventionWeek! Bright futures begin lead-free.

Learn more about lead poisoning, solutions and how to get involved in #NLPPW2025 with the EPA, CDC and HUD: buff.ly/IZ4jjO1

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Did you know: 1 in 3 children worldwide have an elevated blood lead level? Eating a diet high in iron, calcium, and vitamin C can help your child lower their blood lead level. LiveLeadSafe.org #LeadFreeKids
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Toxic Legacy: How Lead in Schools Is Silently Harming Black Kids Lead-contamination remains an unspoken crisis in many predominantly Black school districts — undermining student health and achievement.

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Baskin bill to provide early help for children with lead poisoning comes full circle In 2019, as chair of the Erie County Legislature, now-State Sen. April Baskin introduced a resolution calling on the state to allow early intervention services for children with lead poisoning. Six ye...

@LegBaskin & @Karen4NY leading on automatic Early Intervention for lead-poisoned kids—protecting them & saving NY long-term costs in education, health, & social services. @UBLawClinic enviro student attys research = key! #LeadFreeKids #EarlyIntervention

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Graphic with children with text: KEEP YOUR CHILDREN SAFE-Apply for a Lead Removal Loan.https://www.boston.gov/departments/housing/boston-home-center/get-financial-help-remove-lead-your-home

Worried about #leadpaint in your home? Lead paint can cause lead poisoning in children. Get help today with our #LeadSafe Program. Apply for money to remove lead paint from your home from the #BostonHomeCenter. Learn more and apply here: ow.ly/72aa50JLVTn #LeadFreeKids

Protect their future—test for lead! 🩵 Lead exposure can harm kids' growth & development. Get your child tested today! Call 402-444-7825 or visit FightLead.org for more information #DouglasCountyHealth #LeadFreeKids #HealthyFuture

A Healthy Home is Lead Free Lead can be hiding in your home's paint, dust, or soil. Take steps to reduce exposure. A little action can make a big difference! Visit: http://bit.ly/NationalLPPW to learn more about lead and lead resources. [DC Health logo, EOM logo]

Lead poisoning is entirely preventable. Discover ways to protect your home and family. Remember, small actions can lead to significant change! Learn more at: bit.ly/3A0U19c #LeadFreeKids #ChildrensHealthMonth #HealthyHomes

Image of a woman holding a baby on her lap, a female doctor is examining the child. Test Every Child. Twice by Two. Test your child for lead at 1 and 2 years, or as soon as possible before the age of 6 to keep them safe and lead free. Visit: http://bit.ly/TwiceByTwo_ to learn more. [DC Health logo, EOM logo]

Kids are most at risk for lead exposure, but it's preventable! This #NLPW2024, get your child tested twice by the age of two to keep them safe. Visit: bit.ly/3A0U19c #LeadFreeKids #ChildrensHealthMonth

[Image of a woman holding an infant on her lap and a female doctor examining the child.] Realice las pruebas del plomo, dos veces antes de los dos años. Realice la prueba del plomo a su pequeño al primer y segundo año, o lo antes posible antes de que cumpla seis, para mantenerlo sano y libre de plomo. Visite: http://bit.ly/TwiceByTwo_ para obtener más información. [DC Health logo, EOM logo]

Los niños corren el mayor riesgo de exposición al plomo, ¡pero se puede prevenir! Este #NLPW2024, hágale las pruebas a su menor dos veces antes de los dos años para mantenerlos sano. Visite: bit.ly/3A0U19c #LeadFreeKids #MesDeLaSaludInfantil

HIP Happenings: Research on payday lending, advocacy resource for equity in addressing lead poisoning, and more! HIP Happenings: Research on payday lending in MO, new advocacy resource on lead poisoning prevention, findings from our Health Equity Guide eval, etc.

HIP Happenings from early 2019 📢
#WhenPovertyMakesYouSick research release
#LeadFreeKids advocacy resource
#EndPoliceViolence advocacy activities
#WokePublicHealth advocacy decision flowchart for gov workers
#HealthEquityTips reminder
and so much more!

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