The mission of the Lead Poisoning Prevention and Control Program is to protect the health and safety of
the people of Connecticut. We strive to prevent lead poisoning and promote wellness through education
and a wide range of program activities that relate to lead poisoning prevention, specifically childhood
lead poisoning prevention.
Childhood Lead Poisoning is the most common pediatric public health problem, yet it is entirely
preventable. Once a child has been poisoned, the impairment it may cause is irreversible. Lead harms
children's nervous systems and is associated with reduced IQ, behavioral problems, and learning
disabilities, among other health outcomes. While lead paint in homes built before 1978 continues to be
the most common source of lead exposure, there are other sources of lead that can poison a child or
adult. No amount of lead is safe for the body.