Lead Week 2022

During each day of Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, we ask our partners to help raise awareness among parents and care providers by sharing infographics, links, and relevant information about lead poisoning prevention. Please help share our resources on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

Use the hashtags #LeadFreeKids, #LeadFreeNV, #NvCLPPP, and #NLPPW2022

Every day millions of Americans come in contact with lead-containing or lead-contaminated items. Lead can cause serious health effects in young children, pregnant people, and adults. Infants and young children are especially vulnerable to the effects of lead poisoning on their developing bodies. Lead poisoning is entirely preventable! Please help spread the word.

How to Get Involved

1. Let us know if you or your organization is participating in Lead Week!

Yes, I am participating!

2. Use our sample social media posts to spread the word about lead poisoning prevention on your social media accounts between October 24-28.

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Why Should I be Concerned About Lead? Monday, October 24, 2022

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#DYK no safe blood lead level has been identified for children and even low levels of lead in the blood can have lifelong health impacts? The good news is that childhood lead poisoning is preventable! Learn more at cdc.gov/nceh/lead/docs/know-the-facts.html #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022

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#DYK no safe blood lead level has been identified for children and even low levels of lead in the blood can have lifelong health impacts? The good news is that childhood lead poisoning is preventable! cdc.gov/nceh/lead/docs/know-the-facts.html #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022


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How Do I Know if There is Lead in My Home? Tuesday, October 25, 2022

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#DYK many homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint on both interior and exterior walls? When lead-based paint gets old, it can start to peel, chip, or crack and become a hazard. Learn more at epa.gov/lead/protect-your-family-sources-lead#older #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022

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#DYK many homes built before 1978 contain lead-based paint on both interior and exterior walls? When lead-based paint gets old, it can start to peel, chip, or crack and become a hazard. Learn more at epa.gov/lead/protect-your-family-sources-lead#older #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022


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How Do I Know if There is Lead in My Drinking Water? Wednesday, October 26, 2022

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Check out #ProtectYourTap, an online guide created to identify lead pipes and reduce exposure to lead in drinking water. Learn more at epa.gov/protectyourtap #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022 #EPA

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Check out #ProtectYourTap, an online guide created to identify lead pipes and reduce exposure to lead in drinking water. Learn more at epa.gov/protectyourtap #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022 #EPA


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How Do I Know if My Child Has Been Exposed to Lead? Thursday, October 27, 2022

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#DYK children with lead poisoning usually do not look or act sick? Ask your healthcare provider about getting your child tested. A blood lead test is the best way to know if your child has been exposed to lead. cdc.gov/nceh/lead/prevention/blood-lead-levels.htm #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022

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#DYK children with lead poisoning usually do not look or act sick? Ask your healthcare provider about getting your child tested. A blood lead test is the best way to know if your child has been exposed. cdc.gov/nceh/lead/prevention/blood-lead-levels.htm #LeadFreeKids #NLPPW2022


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How Can I Make Sure My Child Has Safe Crawls? Friday, October 28, 2022

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Lead can be found where children live, play, and learn. There are several steps we can take to prevent lead exposure and protect our families. Learn more at cdc.gov/nceh/lead/docs/how-to-prevent-lead-poisoning-in-children.html #NLPPW2022 #LeadFreeKids #CDC

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Lead can be found where children live, play, and learn. There are several steps we can take to prevent lead exposure and protect our families. Learn more at cdc.gov/nceh/lead/docs/how-to-prevent-lead-poisoning-in children.html #NLPPW2022 #LeadFreeKids #CDC

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Together we can protect the health of Nevada’s children.