Polk County Health Department

1907 Carpenter Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50314

Phone:
Fax:
Toll Free:
Email:

515-286-3798
515-286-2033
866-209-1300
HealthDept@polkcountyiowa.gov

LEAD POISONING PREVENTION



LEAD POISONING PREVENTION
What is Lead?, Where does Lead come from?, Is Lead Poisoning still a problem in our area?, & Why should Iowans be concerned about Lead Poisoning? Who is at risk for Lead Poisoning?, Lead Poisoning risks for children:, How do children become Lead-Poisoned?, & What are the signs of Lead Poisoning in children? What are the health effects of Lead Poisoning?, How do I prevent Lead Poisoning?, & Protecting your family from lead-based paint hazards How often should children be tested for Lead Poisoning?, How can I determine if a child has been tested? (for healthcare providers), Lead Poisoning Facts, & Federal Laws regarding landlords, home sellers, and renovators. Where to get a child's blood tested for lead Lead Poisoning Prevention Brochure for Physicians Article Discussing The Problem With Lead in Polk County, Iowa Consumer Products Safety Commission announces Home Lead Test Kits are unreliable “Don’t Spread Lead” video with Norm Abram gives you tips on how do small repairs or renovations to your home safely (2 parts). Video 1 Video 2
LEADIE EDDIE
Leadie Eddie/Paintbrush Pete Script and Lesson Plans Puppets Follow-Up Activity Materials Leadie Eddie Poster
RELATED LINKS
Environmental Protection Agency Iowa Department of Public Health - Lead Poisoning Prevention Polk County Lead Poisoning Prevention Coalition Renovation, repair and painting FAQs
CONTACT PERSON
Carolyn @ 323-5232