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Tips to Keep Homes and Children Lead-Safe:
Test every child ages 12 months and 24 months for lead poisoning and any child under age 6 who has not yet been tested.
Feed your child a low fat diet rich in iron, calcium and vitamin C including fruit, green vegetables, lean meats and milk.
Use only cold tap water when preparing food and formula. Let water run if it has not been used for several hours.
Wash children’s hands, toys, pacifiers and bottles often.
Do not let children play in bare dirt—cover soil with grass, mulch or bushes.
Wipe shoes or take shoes off before entering the house. Work clothes should be washed separately for those employed in auto mechanics or construction.
Clean weekly—mop floors and wipe window sills with water to help control the dust.
Call (540) 853-5682 before remodeling for lead-safe remodeling information. If possible, children should stay elsewhere during renovations.
Tell others about the hazards of lead poisoning!