Akron Participates in Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Akron participates in Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Thousands of homes have been rehabbed in the last 15 years under the Lead Safe Healthy Homes program.

Officials Gather In Recognition Of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Local health officials gathered at Jamestown City Hall Monday in recognition of National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week. The week is being observed October 19 through 25, 2025. Dr. Paul Robbins spo…

It's Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

The Illinois Department of Public Health is marking Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 19-25, by urging parents and caregivers to understand and prevent lead exposure in children. Illinois continues expanding childhood lead testing, moving toward universal screening by 2026.