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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.

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Lead Poisoning Prevention

Environmental Health

Florida's Lead Poisoning Prevention Program conducts surveillance of blood lead testing and poisonings in the state, promotes blood lead screening for high-risk populations, and provides information to health care providers, individuals, and businesses on lead poisoning prevention. 

The program activities include:

  • Surveillance and epidemiology
  • Lead Poisoning investigation
  • Primary prevention
  • Coordination of care

If you have a question about services related to lead poisoning in your community, contact the Florida Department of Health in Leon County at 850-895-8360.

Resources

For additional information and resources, visit the state Lead Poisoning Prevention Program webpage.