Milwaukee health officials are finalizing plans to test more Milwaukee Public School students for lead poisoning. It comes as ...

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The health department's lead risk assessment of the school noted lead dust hazards on the ground floor, first floor and third ...

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The Milwaukee Health Department on Tuesday released its "Lead Risk Assessment" findings for after a series of inspections at MPS schools.

Health officials raised alarms about the quality of the district's ongoing maintenance and cleaning practices at schools.

Collaborative aims to streamline lead-safe education, coordinate testing, and ensure timely interventions over 17 months.

La Crosse County public health nurses intervene in childhood lead poisoning cases. Free lead testing services are available to all families. Learn more and schedule a test.