New Lead Poisoning Tool Introduced By Wisconsin Heath Officials

Wednesday, April 26th, 2023 -- 8:00 AM

(Ted Ehlen, WRN) Wisconsin health officials introduce a tool to help detect lead poisoning in kids.

The Childhood Lead Poisoning Data Explorer breaks down the state by the number of children under the age of six poisoned by lead. The Wisconsin Department of Health Services also says the tool, which was presented to legislators last week, provides such other data as the number of children tested for poisoning, and the age of housing in specific areas of the state.

State health officials say poorly maintained houses and apartments create high-risk environments for children to be poisoned by lead.  Governor Evers’ proposed budget includes $17 million for lead poisoning prevention and response.

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