hht presentation: lead poisoning prevention (auburn)

Amanda HutchinsChild & Adolescent Health

CoordinatorHealthy Androscoggin

Mostly by ingesting lead dustCan occur by ingesting small amounts

over timeYoung children are most vulnerable

• Spend more time on the floor• More hand-to-mouth activity• Very small amounts can have major effects

Lead Poisoning in Maine

• 40% of our lead poisonings in 5 cities

• 80%-90% of poisonings in 5 cities are rentals

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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009

% private% rental

• Direct mailing to parents of 1 and 2 year olds

• Test and identify lead sources

Results from Homeowners and TenantsAs of 8/31

Homeow ner67%

Tenant33%

Result LevelsAs of 8/31

Low79%

Medium7%

High14%

Landlord Lead Assistance ProgramLewiston Auburn Lead ProgramHealthy Homes Healthy FamiliesNeighbor to Neighbor

How can the LALP help?• Grants and loans• Construction management• Free screening and referrals for lead

screening of children aged six and younger

• http://www.ci.lewiston.me.us/lead/aboutourprogram.htm

Amanda Hutchins795-5792

Email: hutchiam@cmhc.org

http://healthyandroscoggin.org/