Childhood Lead Poisoning
Young children are exposed to lead through normal everyday activities such as crawling on the floor and putting their hands, toys or other objects in their mouths. The Chester County Health Department offers the following lead-related services:
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Free blood lead testing for children under age six
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Case management services for children that have been identified as having an elevated blood lead level
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Referral testing and medical treatment
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Investigation of lead hazards in the homes of lead-poisoned children
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Education on reducing lead-poisoning exposure
For more information, or to schedule an appointment for your child to be tested for lead, call 610-344-6252.
