Alameda County Healthy Homes Department

We prevent and treat child lead poisoning. And we address many other issues related to the connection between health and housing.

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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We also got a tutorial on the importance of the public health work we do: our housing assessments, housing rehabilitation, and health case management. The Alameda County Healthy Homes Department meets these challenges with resilience & determination.

[National Center for Healthy Housing (NCHH) @NCHH]

A4a: Proactive rental inspections are one of the most powerful tools we have to find and fix lead hazards before kids are exposed and harmed. We’re excited to see code officials across the country taking action to protect residents. https://t.co/V3XH1JRf59 #NLPPWchat #NLPPW2024

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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The #Pandemic provided a chilling reminder of the health inequities among some of the communities we serve. Our most vulnerable populations (low-income families, seniors, monolingual) are heavily and disproportionally impacted.

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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If we can find and abate lead dangers before finding through elevated blood level tests in children, then we can work towards eliminating what are truly preventable lead exposures to our community.

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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We firmly believe that this starts with a more streamlined way of testing housing conditions during other inspection processes that take place.

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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- lead poisoning rates at two to three times the rates of other children. If we are to address systemic racism, we must work together to directly address the ways that we see it play out.

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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Decision-makers at the federal, state, and local levels should know that lead poisoning is something that is affecting different groups of people at different rates. For example, recent studies have shown that Black children are experiencing -

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

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Our #LeadWeek message is the following: get educated, get empowered, and get your child tested. There’s more to know about lead. Learn more at https://t.co/pU4BU7E48r.

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#leadweek #leadpoisoningprevention #healthyhomehealthyyou

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

When we work together, we create a better future for us all. This #LeadPoisoningPrevention week, join in by getting educated and getting empowered. There’s more to know about lead.

Learn more at https://t.co/pU4BU7DwiT

#HealthyHomes #HUD #HUDHealthyHomes #LeadWeek #LeadWeek2024

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

There are many ways to keep your family safe, but one thing you cannot miss is getting your little ones tested for lead. Talk to your child’s doctor and get your child tested – it’s the only way to know for certain.

Visit https://t.co/NaeCvsUXT3 for more info.

#leadfreekids

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

We all deserve a home that's healthy. Take the guesswork out by using our interactive roadmap to a healthy home, a guide that will walk you through the different resources available.

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#didyouknow #safetytips #leadpoisoningprevention #healthyhomehealthyyou

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

In response to recent concerns raised by the discovery of lead in water of #OaklandUnifiedSchoolDistrict, #AlamedaCounty is taking action by expanding access to critical information and resources.

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#LeadPoisoningPrevention #OUSD #Oakland #Schools #Parents

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

#DYK that your child can get lead poisoning if someone in your home works with lead at their job?

To know for sure if your child's been exposed, talk to your doctor about testing your child for lead poisoning.

Learn more at https://t.co/HynBKcL25Y.

#leadpoisoningprevention

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

#DYK that brightly colored imported spices such as turmeric have been known to contain lead & contribute to lead poisoning? Get educated. Get empowered.

Visit https://t.co/HynBKcL25Y for more information.

#didyouknow #safetytips #leadpoisoningprevention #healthyhomehealthyyou

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

Is your home healthy?

Homes that do not maintain adequate temperatures may place residents at risk from exposure to extreme heat or cold. One way to help with this is to use programmable thermostats.

Visit https://t.co/1IMQlfnbLg to learn more.

#AlamedaCounty #HealthyHomes

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

Did you know that healthy meals and snacks can help keep children safe from lead poisoning?

Get educated. Get empowered. Visit https://t.co/NaeCvsUXT3 for more information.

#didyouknow #safetytips #leadpoisoningprevention #healthyhomehealthyyou #parents

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

#DidYouKnow asthma is the leading cause of school & work absence, emergency room visits and hospitalization? One way to help children living with asthma is to maintain a healthy home, which can reduce symptoms.

Visit https://t.co/1IMQlfnbLg to learn more.

#healthyhomehealthyyou

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

Is your home healthy?

Levels of contaminants such as lead, radon, carbon monoxide, asbestos, secondhand smoke, and others are often much higher indoors. Keep your home healthy by keeping it well ventilated.

#AlamedaCounty #HealthyHomes #leadfreekids #leadpoisoning #childsafety

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

#DYK that lead can lurk in older homes & even a small amount can harm your child? #Parents, talk to your child’s doctor and get your child tested – it’s the only way to know.

Visit https://t.co/NaeCvsVvIB for more info.

#AlamedaCounty #leadfreekids #leadpoisoning #childsafety

[Alameda County Healthy Homes Department @alameda_homes]

Is your home healthy?

Keep your home healthy by keeping it clean, which is one of the principles of a healthy home. Visit https://t.co/1IMQlfnbLg for more information.

#AlamedaCounty #HealthyHomes #health #leadfreekids #leadpoisoning #childsafety