Lead Poisoning Prevention
Through an award from the Chicago Department of Public Health, ICAAP is leading a healthcare provider outreach and education initiative on childhood lead poisoning prevention. The overall goal of this initiative is to gather credible resources and collaborate with disinvested communities to educate physicians and families on the importance of childhood lead screening and poisoning prevention.
ICAAP is partnering with lead prevention experts to provide education and promote activities. The project details include:
- Recruitment of advisory workgroup
- Educational curriculum
- Additional trainings and outreach opportunities
- Utilization of communication channels and social media toolkits
- Evaluation strategies
Resources:
Childhood Lead Risk Questionnaire is located here.
Information for patients and providers regarding protocols for follow-up are here.
Use our social media toolkit for Lead Prevention Week October 2022! Visit here.
Educational Opportunities
Free Lead Poisoning Prevention Trainings
The presentation will explore the harmful impact of lead on children, the decline in childhood blood testing during the pandemic, and how screening can aid in prevention.
Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar 1 on April 13, 2023 from 12-1pm CT. Register Here
Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar 2 on June 22, 2023 from 12-1pm CT. Register Here
Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar 3 on September 21, 2023 from 12-1pm CT. Register Here
These presentations are a repeat and should only be taken one time.
Learning Objectives:
- Review lead and sources of exposure.
- Examine causes, signs, and symptoms of lead poisoning.
- Identify the effects of lead poisoning on children.
- Discuss how providers can talk to parents and families about lead poisoning and prevention.
- Discuss lead screening and reporting requirements.
Virtual Education
ICAAP provided a repeated series of three webinars on lead poisoning prevention in June, August, and September 2022.
To view the presentation, visit here.
Free Lead Poisoning Prevention Training in ICAAP's Learning Management System - CME Available
Learning Objectives:
- Review lead and sources of exposure.
- Examine causes, signs, and symptoms of lead poisoning.
- Identify the effects of lead poisoning on children.
- Discuss how providers can talk to parents and families about lead poisoning and prevention.
- Discuss lead screening and reporting requirements.
Virtual Education
ICAAP provided a repeated series of three webinars on lead poisoning prevention in June, August, and September 2022.
To view the presentation, visit here.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics is accredited by the Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics designates each live webinar for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Nurses and Nurse Practitioners can submit Certificates of Attendance to their accrediting board to claim credit for participation in the live webinars.
Lead Poisoning Prevention and Education Resources
Know the Sources of Lead - Sources of Lead | Lead | CDC
Steps to Protect your Family - Lead Exposure: Steps to Protect Your Family
Protect from Lead - Protect Your Family from Sources of Lead | US EPA
Blood Lead Levels in Children - Blood Lead Levels in Children: What Parents Need to Know
Lead Policy and Guidance - Lead Policy and Guidance | US EPA
For a gathering of resources, visit here.