Childhood Lead Poisoning
Telephone:
(610) 437-8777
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Testing Hours:
Wednesday 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (walk-in and by appointment)
In-home appointments are also available
Target Population:
Children 6 months - 6 years old and pregnant women
Payment/Fees:
Free
Geographic area served:
City of Allentown residents only
Program Description:
The Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program provides free lead testing for children between 6 months and 6 years old and for pregnant women. In addition, the staff provides individual education and oversees medical case management for children found to be lead poisoned. The program includes testing the home for lead sources. Community education is also a component of the program
Primary Services:
- Lead screening
- Community outreach and prevention education
- Case management of lead poisoned children within the City