Panelists: Melissa Cooper Sargent (Ecology Center), Meli X. Garcia, CHW, MPH (Ecology Center) and Olivia Halabicky, MSc, PhD, RN (University of Michigan, Schools of Nursing and Public Health); moderated by Greer Hamilton, PhD (School of Social Work, University of Michigan).
The presentation will include: a brief explanation of lead history and health impacts; lead poisoning rates/numbers in MI and the need to get kids tested; the importance of Contractor Certification for Lead-Safe Renovations (and quick tips for lead-safe cleaning); Dr. Halabicky's research into the occupational hazards of lead; and resources for lead prevention and lead policy initiatives.
Hosted by
Community Engagement Core and Integrated Health Sciences Core of the Michigan Lifestage Environmental Exposures and Disease Center (M-LEEaD)
