In an effort to help prevent lead poisoning in kids, EPA’s
theme of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (Oct. 23-29) is Lead-Free Kids
for a Healthy Future. The agency suggests these three tips to help the cause
and to help kids stay protected:
- Get your home inspected if it was built before 1978.
- Test your children. Even if they seem healthy, ask your doctor to test them for lead.
- Educate yourself by visiting www.leadfreekids.org or call (800) 424-5323.