Next week is Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.
We are partnering with Amador County Public Health to spread awareness of childhood lead poisoning - see the attached flyer for more information.
Small children are at the greatest risk of harm from lead poisoning. At young ages, even small amounts of lead can cause lifelong problems with learning and development.
For that reason, a blood test is required at ages 1 and 2 for children enrolled in Medi-Cal, WIC, or Head Start. Beginning this year, testing is also recommended for children at risk of exposure. For children up to age 6, testing is covered by most insurance plans, including Medi-Cal.