Children's Environmental Health - Lead
Lead Poisoning Prevention
Lead is a heavy metal that was once used in paint, water pipes, gasoline, pottery and several other products. You cannot see or smell lead, so you can have it in or near your home without even knowing it.
Publications (PDF format):
Lead and Drinking Water: What You Need to Know
For Extension Agents and lesson leaders:
Lead Poisoning Prevention Teaching Outline
Links to Additional Information
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Lead Awareness Program
Kentucky Department for Public Health - Child Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Kentucky Department for Public Health - Environmental Lead Program