By Kern County Times |
Sep 22, 2023
The Kern County Board of Supervisors is set to vote on a $3.7 million agreement with the California Department of Public Health for a childhood lead poisoning prevention program. The agreement, which will be presented at the board's Sept. 26 meeting, will provide funds for Kern County Public Health to offer case management services for children with elevated blood lead levels. Additionally, the funds will be used to support outreach and education efforts to raise awareness about the dangers of lead exposure.