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Child Lead Screening & Case Management Guidelines
Lead Poisoning Prevention - General
October 16, 2024
Lead poisoning continues to be an important, preventable environmental health problem. However, only a low number of children in New Mexico are screened for lead each year. This document provides technical guidelines for screening and managing cases of childhood lead poisoning.
Prevention of Childhood Lead Toxicity
Lead Poisoning Prevention - General
October 31, 2023
Prevention of Childhood Lead Toxicity
Adult Lead Exposure Management Guidelines
Lead Poisoning Prevention - General
March 14, 2023
Lead exposure can have adverse effects on various organs and systems in the body, resulting in negative health effects, both acute and chronic, depending on the level of exposure or dose, exposure duration, and other factors including dietary. In New Mexico, industries where lead exposure is common include public safety, radiator repair, mining and construction.