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Welcome to Berrien County Lead Safe Kids Berrien County Lead Safe Kids aims to eliminate childhood lead poisoning in Southwest Michigan through outreach, education, and partnership with various housing, health, regulatory, and community-based agencies. Childhood lead poisoning is one of the most common yet preventable health problems in the United States. Lead is highly toxic and can be found in chipping and peeling paint, soil and unregulated products. Children usually have no overt symptoms, but the damage is profound—including lower academic achievement and behavioral problems. Ensuring that all children are tested will promote prevention, education and early intervention, and can reduce lead poisoning. Inspecting the homes of lead-poisoned children identifies lead source(s) for removal from the child’s environment to prevent future exposure. |
Learn More! Berrien County Laws Lead Poisoning Facts Publications & Links Take Action |
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Partnerships Kent County Muskegon County Resources DID YOU KNOW? Children's growing
bodies easily absorb lead and they are more sensitive to the damage
effects of exposure. |
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Tool Book for Initiating Effective Policy Change - What you can do in your community to protect children from lead poisoning
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