Michigan Homes Still Have Lead: What to Know and What to Do
Online in Zoom
Online in Zoom
Panelists: Melissa Cooper Sargent (Ecology Center), Meli X. Garcia, CHW, MPH (Ecology Center) and Olivia Halabicky, MSc, PhD, RN (University of Michigan, Schools of Nursing and Public Health); moderated by Greer Hamilton, PhD (School of Social Work, University of Michigan). The presentation will include: a brief explanation of lead history and health impacts; lead poisoning rates/numbers in MI and the need to get kids tested; the importance of Contractor Certification for Lead-Safe Renovations (and quick tips for lead-safe cleaning); Dr. Halabicky's research into the occupational hazards of lead; and resources for lead prevention and lead policy initiatives. Community Engagement Core and Integrated Health Sciences Core of the Michigan Lifestage Environmental Exposures and Disease Center (M-LEEaD)

Michigan Homes Still Have Lead: What to Know and What to Do

Residents & Researchers webinar series on issues of environment, health and community

icon to add this event to your google calendarOctober 27, 2026
12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
Online in Zoom
Sponsored by: Community Engagement Core and Integrated Health Sciences Core of the Michigan Lifestage Environmental Exposures and Disease Center (M-LEEaD)
Contact Information: mcgehee@umich.edu
This program or event is open to the alumni community

Panelists: Melissa Cooper Sargent (Ecology Center), Meli X. Garcia, CHW, MPH (Ecology Center) and Olivia Halabicky, MSc, PhD, RN (University of Michigan, Schools of Nursing and Public Health); moderated by Greer Hamilton, PhD (School of Social Work, University of Michigan). The presentation will include: a brief explanation of lead history and health impacts; lead poisoning rates/numbers in MI and the need to get kids tested; the importance of Contractor Certification for Lead-Safe Renovations (and quick tips for lead-safe cleaning); Dr. Halabicky's research into the occupational hazards of lead; and resources for lead prevention and lead policy initiatives.

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