CDPH’s Lead Poisoning Prevention and Healthy Homes program will gather renowned experts in lead abatement, public health, and healthy housing together on Tuesday, September 24 at the Lead Poisoning Prevention Conference. The all-day (8:30am- 4pm) conference will be held at Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd. This year’s conference, under the theme, “Safe Spaces: Creating A Lead Free & Healthy Home Environment for All,” aims to make attendees more familiar with the CDPH Lead Poisoning Prevention and Healthy Homes program, emphasizing a holistic healthy home approach. This will be an interactive event featuring speakers, panels, workshops and educational exhibits. It’s open to the public, including community partners, health professionals, educational institutions, and government agencies. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with leading professionals, learn about the latest research, and gain practical skills to implement in their own communities. For more information and to register for the conference, go to chicago.gov/lead.

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