Wash any items that your children use regularly, such as pacifiers, bottles, and stuffed animals and other toys daily to minimize exposure to dust, which may contain lead. Do not let children chew on painted toys, windowsills or other painted surfaces. #BMoreLeadSafe

Many Baltimore homes built before 1978 may contain lead hazards. 🧒⚠️ DHCD’s Lead Hazard Reduction Program helps protect families and children. #LeadPoisoningPrevention #LeadSafeBaltimore #BmoreLeadSafe

❌ Myth: Only run-down homes have lead hazards. ✔️ Fact: Any Baltimore home built before 1978 can contain lead, even if it looks well maintained. The Lead Hazard Reduction Program can help you

Lead isn’t always visible, but the risk is real. 🖐️💧 Regular handwashing helps keep kids safe from lead in dirt and dust. Make it a daily habit! #LeadAwareness #SafeHomes #BMoreLeadSafe

A safer home starts with awareness and prevention. #BmoreLeadSafe

Young children are especially at risk because their bodies are still developing. Protect your family by keeping paint in good condition, cleaning floors and surfaces regularly, using lead-safe practices during renovations, and asking your child’s doctor about blood lead testing.

Many families don’t realize that lead exposure can happen right at home—especially in houses built before 1978. Lead can be found in peeling paint, household dust, windows, doors, trim, and even during routine home repairs.

Lead hazards can hide in older homes—especially where children play. Protect your family by knowing the risks, keeping paint intact, and getting children tested. Small steps can make a big difference. #BmoreLeadSafe

About half of the homes in the United States built before 1978 have lead based paint. Sellers, landlords, real estate agents and property managers must disclose known lead-based paint or hazards before signing a lease or sales contract on a pre 1978 home. #BmoreLeadSafe

Was your home built before 1978? If so, it may have lead-based paint. Get your home tested to know for sure. #BmoreLeadSafe

Peeling paint, worn window seals, and damaged surfaces can create lead dust in older homes. 🪟⚠️ Keeping your home in good repair is an important step toward a safer, healthier space for kids. 💛 #LeadSafety #HealthyHomes #LeadPrevention #ProtectOurKids #BmoreLeadSafe

Don’t forget—young children should be tested for lead. Early testing helps keep kids safe and healthy. #BmoreLeadSafe

Even small amounts of lead can harm a child’s health. Talk to your pediatrician about a blood lead test and protect your child’s future. #BmoreLeadSafe

Worn window seals and peeling paint can create lead dust. 🪟⚠️ Keeping your home well-maintained helps protect children from lead exposure. #LeadSafety #HealthyHomes #ProtectKids #BmoreLeadSafe

A healthy diet helps block lead absorption. 🥦🥛🍊 Foods with calcium, iron, and vitamin C can help protect kids from lead exposure. #LeadPrevention #HealthyKids #LeadSafety #BmoreLeadSafe

If you think that your child has been exposed to a product containing lead, contact your child’s health care provider. The best way to tell if your child has been exposed is with a blood lead test. #LeadFreeKids #BMORELEADSAFE

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Even when it’s out of sight, lead can put families at risk. Hidden in places like windows, doors, trim, porches, and walls, lead hazards are common in older homes. Protect your loved ones by learning where lead can hide. #BmoreLeadSafe

If your home was built before 1978, it is more likely to have lead-based paint. Even simple actions can protect your loved ones against potential lead exposure. 📷 #BmoreLeadSafe

Hey parents! If your child is age 1–5 years, consider getting them tested for lead if they live in a home built before 1978. #BMoreLeadSafe