Kenosha/Racine Lead-Free Communities

EPA Takes Action Against Violators of the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:46:32 -0500

EPA Takes Action Against Violators of the Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule

Today's environmental tip

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:27:17 -0500

Get the lead out! If you’re doing work on an older home or school building, be sure to follow lead-safe work practices. Contain the work area and keep kids and pets away. Minimize dust. And clean up thoroughly. Lead is harmful to adults and children, and common renovation jobs like sanding, cutting, or demolition can create lead dust and chips.

More information: http://epa.gov/lead/rrp

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Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:18:23 -0500

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Senators Reed and Johanns Introduce Two Bills to Improve the Nation’s Healthy Housing Efforts

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 14:38:08 -0600

Senators Reed and Johanns Introduce Two Bills to Improve the Nation’s Healthy Housing Efforts

HUD ISSUES UPDATED GUIDANCE TO HELP HOUSING PROVIDERS REDUCE CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 10:05:42 -0600

HUD ISSUES UPDATED GUIDANCE TO HELP HOUSING PROVIDERS REDUCE CHILDHOOD LEAD POISONING :

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Lead leads to lower test scores, UW finds

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 10:51:25 -0600

Lead leads to lower test scores, UW finds:

“Lead exposure, even in very low amounts, has a negative effect on young children taking school tests, according to a new study by researchers at UW-Madison and the Wisconsin Department of Health Services…”

Lead exposure can produce a wide range of adverse health effects in both adults and children

Wed, 23 Jan 2013 08:57:39 -0600

Lead exposure can produce a wide range of adverse health effects in both adults and children

Scientists now know there is no safe level of lead exposure for children, with new findings indicating even low blood lead levels causing cognitive harm and affecting the cardiovascular, immunological and endocrine systems...

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 14:31:00 -0600

Scientists now know there is no safe level of lead exposure for children, with new findings indicating even low blood lead levels causing cognitive harm and affecting the cardiovascular, immunological and endocrine systems...

Lead poisoning in Wisconsin is a statewide problem. Let’s...

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 16:24:32 -0600

Lead poisoning in Wisconsin is a statewide problem. Let’s work together for our children.

America's Real Criminal Element: Lead

Tue, 15 Jan 2013 08:22:56 -0600

America's Real Criminal Element: Lead

Visit this informative website with interesting videos and ads regarding lead poisoning

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 15:41:37 -0600

Visit this informative website with interesting videos and ads regarding lead poisoning

"Thousands of U.S. children with dangerous amounts of lead in their blood may go unassisted this year because local health departments can't afford to monitor them..."

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 15:25:40 -0500

"Thousands of U.S. children with dangerous amounts of lead in their blood may go unassisted this year because local health departments can't afford to monitor them..."

Lead Poisoning Victims Under Assault by Gov. Walker and Lockstep Republicans

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:44:46 -0600

Lead Poisoning Victims Under Assault by Gov. Walker and Lockstep Republicans

Taiwanese Battery Plant in East China Probed For Lead Poisoning

Thu, 28 Jul 2011 09:59:00 -0500

Taiwanese Battery Plant in East China Probed For Lead Poisoning :

A Taiwanese battery plant had extremely high levels of lead but tried to cover up the evidence. Workers are required to get tested every year but they are never shown the results. The plant has been closed down temporarily for investigation.

Adult Lead Poisoning Down By More Than 50%

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 10:32:53 -0500

Adult Lead Poisoning Down By More Than 50%:

According to the CDC, lead poisoning rates have dropped by 50% since the mid-90’s. This could be attributed to better work place conditions and a decreased number of employees working in mining and manufacturing businesses that involve lead, lead paint and lead dust.

China criticized for lead poisoning of children

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 16:12:18 -0500

China criticized for lead poisoning of children :

There is a lead-poisoning outbreak in China from a tinfoil factory and it is affecting many children. Unfortunately, many of these kids have been denied testing and treatment. The government has been issuing out false information on how to prevent/cure lead poisoning.

The Crime Of Lead Exposure

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:54:00 -0500

The Crime Of Lead Exposure:

An interesting article on the reduction of crime due to the banning of lead in paint and gasoline. It proposes that lead poisoning increases aggression and leaves individuals without impulse control. Without these lead effects, people, especially men, do not usually grow as hostile and they have an easier time walking away without acting upon their impulses.

Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control (LHC) and the Lead Hazard Reduction (LHRD) grant programs

Mon, 25 Apr 2011 09:23:44 -0500

Lead-Based Paint Hazard Control (LHC) and the Lead Hazard Reduction (LHRD) grant programs:

These grants will identify and control lead-based paint hazards in eligible privately owned housing for rental or owner-occupants. Application due date: Thursday, June 9, 2011.

Niton XRF training (Free) in Milwaukee in May!

Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:45:57 -0500

Niton XRF training (Free) in Milwaukee in May!

A STRANGE IGNORANCE: THE ROLE OF LEAD POISONING IN FAILING SCHOOLS

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 15:58:27 -0600

A STRANGE IGNORANCE: THE ROLE OF LEAD POISONING IN FAILING SCHOOLS