October 20-26 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week



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News Release


*For Immediate Release*

October 21, 2024
Contact: Elizabeth Goodsitt/Jennifer Miller 608-266-1683

DHS Encourages Wisconsinites to Take Action to Prevent Childhood Lead Poisoning

October 20-26 marks National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

During National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (October 20-26), the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) is encouraging all Wisconsinites take steps to prevent and detect childhood lead exposure by getting the facts, helping children get tested for lead exposure, and checking homes for lead hazards.

"We want to make sure all children can grow up health and lead-free," said Paula Tran, State Health Officer and Division of Public Health Administrator. "Our state has made sustained progress in reducing childhood lead poisoning; however, too many children across our state continue to be exposed to lead. This week serves as a reminder to families to be aware of lead hazards, and to make sure all Wisconsin children are tested."

Earlier this year, DHS issued updated lead testing recommendations, calling for all children to be tested for exposure to lead at ages 1 and 2. Children between 3 and 5 years-old who have not been previously tested should also undergo screening for lead poisoning. Wisconsin communities with high rates of lead exposure due to the age of housing or other lead hazards may have additional testing recommendations.

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