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Childhood Lead Poisoning
Prevention & Case Management

(616) 632-7063



Lead Hazards in Traditional Pottery (English & Spanish)

Target Population

Kent County children ages nine months through six years.

Services

  • For lead testing of children, ages 1-5 years of age, contact Clinics at 632-7200 for an appointment.

  • 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.

Contact Us

Health Department

700 Fuller Avenue NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Administration
Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm

Animal Shelter
Monday - Friday
10:00am - 6:00pm
Saturday 8:00am - 12:00pm
Adoptions end 1 hour prior to closing.

Public Health Clinics

(616) 632-7100

(616) 632-7083

Mark Hall, MD, MPH
Medical Director

Adam London, Interim
Administrative Health Officer