News Release


*For Immediate Release:*

June 26, 2025

 

*Advisory: Final Community Blood Lead Testing Event Scheduled by Public Health*

The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has been offering free blood lead testing at community events in neighborhoods impacted by the Palisades and Eaton fires. These efforts were done to help residents better understand their potential lead exposure and take steps to protect their health. 

Since the launch of this initiative, Public Health has screened more than 1,500 adults and children at community events. To date, all but seven test results have been below the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) blood lead reference value (BLRV) of 3.5 micrograms per deciliter (µg/dL), indicating no elevated blood lead levels among the vast majority of those tested. For additional information, visit our human health monitoring website [ [link removed] ].

Public Health will host one final community blood lead testing event this *Friday, June 27, 2025*, at the *Altadena Community Center* from *9 a.m. to 4 p.m*. All residents from the fire-impacted areas are encouraged to take advantage of this free, walk-in opportunity.

 

*_Media is invited to this event_**. *English and Spanish-speaking spokespeople will be available for interviews.

*_Event Details_*

Date: Friday, June 27, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Altadena Community Center

730 E. Altadena Dr., Altadena, CA 91001

*_Continued Free Blood Lead Testing Available Through December 2025 _*

 

Starting in July 2025, residents will still be able to receive free blood lead testing through December 2025 through the following two options:


* *Visit Your Medical Provider*
* Ask your doctor for a blood lead test.
* Testing is covered by most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal.

* *Schedule a Free Blood Lead Test at a Quest Lab*
* Call *1-800-LA-4-LEAD *to request a free appointment.
* Testing is simple, confidential, and convenient.


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"*The Los Angeles County Departmen**t of Public Health* "

"The Department of Public Health is committed to promoting health equity and ensuring optimal health and well -being for all 10 million residents of Los Angeles County. Through a variety of programs, community partnerships and services, Public Health oversees environmental health, disease control, and community and family health. Nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health comprises of more than 5,000 employees and has an annual budget of $1.3 billion."

 

"Los Angeles County Department of Public Health works to protect health, 
prevent disease, and promote health and well-being."

 

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