There is no safe level of lead in the blood in children. Childhood lead poisoning can have long-term health consequences, including developmental delays and deficits, both intellectual and behavioral.
In-service education is available for health care providers and their staff on childhood lead testing and reporting guidelines. If you would like to have your child screened for lead, please call 813-559-4181.
Poison Control
Florida’s Poison Control Centers offer poison prevention and confidential management information. Calls are answered by specially trained physicians, nurses, pharmacists, physician assistants, toxicology fellows, and board-certified toxicologists who have immediate access to the latest, in-depth poison assessment and prevention techniques.
Available 24/7, 365 days a year: 800-222-1222
Resources
- Consumer Product Safety Commission lists toy and product recalls with photographs.
- Environmental Protection Agency provides information on lead poisoning, safety, and other lead related resources.