Sec. 2. (a) The state department may do the following:
(1) Determine the magnitude of lead poisoning in Indiana's residents.
(2) Provide consultation and education to a medical provider network that screens for lead poisoning throughout Indiana.
(3) Receive and analyze blood samples or assist regional lab sites to receive and analyze blood samples for lead poisoning.
(4) Develop and maintain a data base of unduplicated children with lead poisoning.
(5) Provide consultation to local health departments regarding medical case follow-up and environmental inspections connected to reducing the incidence of lead poisoning.
(6) Coordinate lead exposure detection activities with local health departments.
(7) Coordinate with social service organizations for outreach programs regarding lead poisoning.
(8) Notify and update pediatricians and family practice physicians of lead hazards in a timely fashion.
(9) Provide consumer alerts and consumer education regarding lead hazards.
(b) The state department shall establish reporting, monitoring, and preventive procedures to protect from lead poisoning.
As added by P.L.123-1997, SEC.12. Amended by P.L.59-2003, SEC.1; P.L.135-2005, SEC.4.
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