Lead Poisoning Prevention
Illinois Healthcare Providers Must Act Now
Blood testing for lead poisoning in Illinois disrupted during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is our responsibility to spread awareness and educate families on the dangers of lead poisoning, how to screen and safeguard children from exposure, to encourage regular testing, and to provide solutions when a child is diagnosed.
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Toolkits
Training
All children in Chicago should be tested for lead at:
Eliminating Childhood Lead
Poisoning in Illinois
The toxic effects of lead poisoning can have vast and long-lasting negative effects on children as they grow.
Lead poisoning can lead to:
- Reduced growth
- Digestive problems
- Reproductive problems in adulthood
- Kidney damage
- Anemia
- High blood pressure
- Decreased mental ability & learning difficulties
- Speech, language, & behavioral problems
- Hearing problems
- Brain & nerve damage
Your Partner in Preventing, Detecting, and
Addressing Exposure to Lead Hazards
Lead Poisoning Prevention and Education
Resources for Parents and Families
Lead Poisoning Prevention and Education
Resources for Healthcare Providers
Explore these helpful resources to learn how to identify the potential risks and hazards associated with lead exposure, and to get guidance on testing, treatment, and prevention of lead poisoning in children.
- Testing for Lead in Children
- Reducing the Risk of Lead Exposure
- Sources of Lead
- Reducing Lead Exposure in Your Home
- Chicago Inspections
- Lead and Pregnancy
- Latest Data and Reports
Reference our library of vetted information on lead poisoning and how you can better manage risk, diagnosis, and treatment within your practice. Explore topics like who should get tested for lead, the benefits of finger stick versus venous testing, what the follow up process should look like, and what the laws are around lead abatement in Chicago.
- Prevention in Chicago
- Testing, Reporting, Requirements, and Resources in Chicago
- Latest Data and Reports
- Testing, Reporting, Requirements, and Resources in Illinois
- Patient Questionnaires
- AAP Policies
New! Lead Poisoning Prevention Social Media Campaign
Sharable Posts to Build Awareness and Promote Screening
Available in English and Spanish!
All children in Chicago are at risk of lead poisoning, but many families may not be aware of the dangers, possible exposure, or how to get tested. Help build awareness for the dangers of lead exposure and educate families in your network about:
- When to get children tested
- Where to get children tested
- Sources of lead exposure
- Secondary blood testing
- How to limit lead dust in the home
With eye-catching graphics, friendly approachable messaging, and an easy-to-use copy and paste posting guide, you can reach more families throughout the year from your social media pages!
Free Lead Poisoning Prevention Trainings
These training presentations explore the adverse effects of lead exposure on children, the reduced frequency of childhood blood testing during the pandemic, and how early screening can be a crucial step in preventing lead poisoning. It is an excellent educational opportunity for anyone interested in learning more about lead poisoning and how to prevent it.
Learning Objectives of the Training Session:
- 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
Upcoming Sessions
April 21 12:30-1pm
Healthy Homes Lunch and Learn
May 15 12-1pm
Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar
September 9 12-1pm
Lead Poisoning Prevention Webinar
Educational Opportunities for Healthcare Providers
Earn CME with Our Virtual Education Opportunities
Virtually attend this free training session, now available on ICAAP’s learning management system, and earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits for professional development. Don't miss out on this excellent opportunity to enhance your public health knowledge and prevent lead poisoning!
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.
About the Initiative
Increasing Education and Outreach Throughout Illinois
In partnership with lead poisoning prevention experts, ICAAP seeks to offer education and encourage activities that will prevent lead poisoning. This initiative involves:
Recruiting for an advisory workgroup
Gathering vetted educational materials and curriculum
Providing communication toolkits
Developing training for pediatricians and medical practices
Evaluating prevention strategies
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