In Michigan, efforts to replace lead pipes must prioritize access to tap water filters, write the Plastic Pollution Coalition’s Sofia Johansson and the Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan’s Victoria Patton. Overview: The Filter Safety Net Program offers certified...
Archive: Hazards
Addressing Lead exposure through partnerships,
Addressing lead exposure through partnerships, funding and policiesVictoria Patton, BA (Healthy Homes Coalition) Olubukolami David, MPH, Katherine Robb, MSPH (American Public Health Association) "To work toward environmental justice, our children need to stop...
HHC Successfully Delivers Water Kits to Kent County Families
The Healthy Homes Coalition is committed to reducing home environmental hazards in their many forms. One of the pillars of Healthy Homes Coalition’s outreach is to decrease lead exposure and poisoning in children. Lead poisoning can slow down growth and development,...
5 Tips for Less Asthma Flare-Ups this Winter
With cold winter air, asthma sufferers typically see a rise in symptoms and attacks. Healthy Housing Specialist Grace Cole explains, “cold air is much dryer than warm air, and that cold air can irritate lungs, cause more mucus production, and restrict airways in...
The Need for Universal Lead Testing
OPINION: All Michigan children should be tested for lead at one and two years of age By Victoria Patton, Healthy Homes Coalition of West Michigan At Healthy Homes Coalition, we advocate for universal lead testing, lead paint removal & correction, and continuing...
How the Air Quality in Your Home is Key to Overall Health
When considering the health of your home, one of the first potential hazards to consider is your air quality. According to the EPA, the levels of indoor air pollutants are often 2 to 5 times higher than outdoor levels. With the pace of modern living, we often neglect...