What are the Symptoms of Lead Poisoning in Children?
They can include fatigue, crankiness and
stomachaches. But usually there are no signs. A blood lead test is the only
sure way to tell.
Lead Poisoning Prevention
The Healthy
Neighborhoods Program is one way to educate the community about lead
poisoning prevention. Our staff visits each home in a neighborhood to
conduct short health and safety surveys. Based on the needs of the home, the
program provides referrals and some safety products.
Who Should Have a Lead Test?
Children and pregnant women need to
be screened for lead levels and get risk reduction info.
All children six months to six
years should be screened regularly. Children should be tested by their first
birthday and again when they're two. Preschool and child care programs will
be looking for proof that the child has been tested.
How is a Lead Test Done?
A small amount of blood is taken from a finger
prick or vein and tested for lead. See our lead testing clinics listing, to
schedule a test for your child.
Lead Related Recalls & Safety Alerts
Click here
for lead recalls (choose lead from the list and hit the "find" button)
What about Toys &
Jewelry that are NOT on the Recall List?
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What if the Blood Test Shows a Problem?
For some children simple changes in
diet and more frequent hand
washing are all that is needed. Other children, with very high blood
lead levels, may need drugs that help the body get rid of the lead. Also,
the source of the lead will have to be found and the problem corrected.
A
Clinton County Health Department environmental official will perform field
investigations at sites where individuals have been identified with lead
poisoning. They will notify property owners of necessary steps to abate lead
hazards and provide technical advice. They will collect samples and
interpret results for soil, paint, dust and other substances.
Contact Us
To receive more information about
lead poisoning concerns, prevention or our lead testing clinic, call or
visit us at:
Clinton County Health Department
Health Services Unit
133 Margaret Street
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Tel: (518) 565-4848
Lead Testing Clinics are held once
every month at
32 Court Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901 from 9:00 - 10:00 AM. Walk-ins
are welcome:
2008 Lead Testing Clinics
9 to 10 AM
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3/20/2008 |
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Note:
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