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Lead Health Intervention Program
Exposure to lead can lead to possible health problems. Children and pregnant women are particularly at risk. Lead poisoning can cause learning disabilities, decreased growth, and impaired hearing. In 1974, high blood lead levels were discovered in children living in five communities impacted by the Bunker Hill lead smelter.
As part of the Bunker Hill Superfund project, the Panhandle Health District conducts public health intervention programs to inform residents of the potential for exposure to lead and how to reduce their risk. Please contact the Panhandle Health District for more information, 208-783-0707.
| Two local teachers go door to door on behalf of the Panhandle Health District to interview families and discover possible lead exposure pathways. | Household dust samples are collected to determine lead content. |
| Children at risk of lead contamination have their blood drawn and tested from the age of 9 months to the age of 9 years. | There is a follow-up household visit if a child's blood lead level is 10 ug/dl or greater. Parents are counseled in ways to prevent lead poisoning. |
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Point of contact: Debra Sherbina
E-Mail: sherbina.debra@epa.gov
Phone Number: (206) 553-0247
Last Updated: 07/12/2006
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