Title

Lifestages of Lead Poisoning: An NVCLPPP Factsheet

Document Type

Pamphlet

Publication Date

1-1-2020

Publisher

Nevada Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program

First page number:

1

Last page number:

2

Abstract

Lead poisoning in early childhood can follow children throughout life, and impact their health and wellness at every stage. It causes long-term health outcomes that are 100% preventable. To prevent lifelong health challenges: • test children at ages 12 & 24 months or at least once before age 6 • link children with elevated blood lead levels to interventions

Keywords

Lead poisoning; Life stages; Early childhood; Health impact; Health challenges prevention

Disciplines

Community Health and Preventive Medicine | Medicine and Health Sciences | Public Health | Public Health Education and Promotion

Language

English


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