Lincoln officials call for testing during Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — City officials are sharing important tips during National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week.

Nebraska’s children are still at risk for lead poisoning.

In 2021, 488 kids under 6 years old were found to have elevated lead levels in their blood, which is 1.5% of all kids tested for lead in Nebraska.

Testing your home and children for elevated levels of lead can reduce the risk of poisoning.

More information can be found on the Department of Health and Human Services’ website.