Pennsylvania Department of Health - Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
1000 Commerce Park Drive, Suite 109, Williamsport, PA 17701
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Lycoming, PA
Description
Performs blood lead screening tests on children age six and under, focusing on children with the highest risk of being lead poisoned. Offers referral for diagnostic services and medical treatment, investigation of lead hazards in the homes of lead-poisoned children, technical assistance to property owners and local health officials regarding the remediation of lead-based paint hazards, and community, professional, and parent education regarding lead poisoning.
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Pennsylvania Department of Health
Responsible for planning and coordinating health resources throughout the Commonwealth. Main activities are to monitor the health status of the population; identify and eliminate preventable illness and accidents; reduce the severity of illness and disability; promote healthy behaviors; improve health care quality, access and accountability; and lead the development of health policy and planning.
