Paints & Pipes: A Comprehensive Approach to Lead Poisoning Prevention

Watch the virtual town hall.

Description:
This three-part series for public health professionals covers the importance of addressing lead in drinking water as part of a comprehensive approach to lead poisoning prevention and health equity. We will also discuss the implications and requirements of EPA's new Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) and the opportunities for public health officials to help accelerate full lead service line (LSL) replacement in their communities. Join us for these important conversations, moderated by Nsedu Obot Witherspoon, Executive Director of the Children's Environmental Health Network.
 
This town hall will focus on the importance of addressing lead exposure from all sources, including drinking water, and on one city's

Speakers:
Amanda Reddy, National Center for Healthy Housing
Mona Hanna-Attisha, Michigan State University & Hurley Children’s Hospital
Jean Mugulusi, City of Paterson (NJ) Division of Health
Joia Jenkins, City of Paterson (NJ) Division of Health
Alicia Espinal-Mesa, City of Paterson (NJ) Division of Health

See slides, the chat log, and a compiled list of all of the recommended resources and presenters here.