Lead Poisoning Prevention Tips

Many Illinois children are exposed to lead in their homes. Most children with high levels of lead in their bodies don't look, act, or feel sick, and exposure to lead may not be noticed by the family or healthcare provider until it is too late. This is why preventing exposure is so important.

How to identify and reduce lead risks in the home

This section has information about simple ways to reduce the risk of lead poisoning in the home, such as

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