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Article: VNA helps to prevent lead poisoning
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- Telegraph - Herald (Dubuque)
- Article date:
- April 22, 2002
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1161 Edina St.
Lead poisoning is a very real and scary health risk for our
children here in Dubuque. The Visiting Nurse Association has
developed many different programs that help families deal with this
persisting problem in our community.
The staff at the VNA is the most caring and kind-hearted group of
professionals I've worked with. No matter the time, place, or need,
they are always there to answer your questions, help with medicine,
assist with transportation needs and countless other acts of
kindness.
Some of the programs the VNA has helped with in conjunction with
the City Health Department are: Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
Program, HUD lead abatement, the "Healthy Homes" ...