hht presentation: lead poisoning prevention (auburn)
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Presentation by Amanda Hutchins, Healthy Androscoggin, on childhood lead poisoning prevention and support programs in the Lewiston/Auburn area. Presented at the Maine Asthma Coalition's Healthy Homes Training in Auburn.TRANSCRIPT
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
0.0%
10.0%
20.0%
30.0%
40.0%
50.0%
60.0%
70.0%
80.0%
90.0%
100.0%
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
