Findings From a Pilot Project Highlight Lessons to Ensure Safe Cleaning Practices and Pesticide Use in At-Home Childcare Centers
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Lead and pesticide exposure are leading environmental health concerns for children, and these exposures can result in long-term health consequences, including irreversible cognitive delay and endocrine dysfunction. A pilot program aimed to a) develop and disseminate educational materials and supplies and b) perform in-home childcare facility assessments to increase knowledge regarding lead and pesticide safety, provide education on the health impacts of elevated blood lead levels, and reduce exposure risks in these settings. The program was implemented in St. Louis, Missouri. From outreach and education efforts to interactive feedback, this article shares important lessons learned and highlights educational gaps that can and should be addressed by education and public health administrators alike.
Source: Journal of environmental health
DOI: 10.70387/001c.147153
Authors: Elizabeth Friedman, Luke Gard, Sherri G. Homan
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4416206369
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