Chronic Lead Poisoning Prevention & Case Management
Phone Number: (616) 632-7063
Target Population
Kent County children ages nine months through six years.
Services
- For lead testing of children 9 months through 5 years of age, call Child Health Screening, (616) 632-7191.
- Case management of confirmed cases of lead poisoning. Public health nurse home visits for assessment and education, and environmental inspections when appropriate.
- Referrals by hospitals and community clinics, private physicians, and KCHD testing sites.
- Outreach and Coordination with local Lead Hazard Control Programs.
- Presentations for groups interested in learning about the sources, implications and prevention of lead poisoning and educational resources for parents, caregivers and homeowners.
