Kid’s Health Questions and Answers: How do I get my child tested for Lead Poisoning?

If you’re concerned that your child might be at risk for lead poisoning, talk with your doctor. It’s important to get your child tested for lead poisoning, as many other illnesses can cause these same symptoms. Your doctor may recommend a blood test that will help to make (or rule out) a diagnosis of lead poisoning.


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Asthma Network of West Michigan

The Asthma Network of West Michigan (ANWM) is the local asthma coalition serving West Michigan. ANWM provides two levels of service: 1) Home-based case management of children and adults with uncontrolled asthma or adults with COPD; and 2) Community education support for health care professionals and school personnel regarding managing asthma in under-served populations.


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Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan

Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan (CLF) is a statewide organization that provides education, financial assistance and emotional support to Michigan families affected by leukemia, lymphoma and related blood disorders. CLF offers a variety of services that help to meet the needs of its patients and families. The mission of Children’s Leukemia Foundation of Michigan is to provide and promote compassionate, personalized support to adults and children in Michigan affected by leukemia, lymphoma and other blood related disorders.


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Children’s Mental Health Services Programs – Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Information about the MDHHS Mental Health Services Programs, including a map of programs in the state and other resources.


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Children’s Special Health Care Services – Michigan Department of Health and Human Services

Information about the MDHHS Children’s Special Health Care Services (CSHCS) and related resources. This page contains links on many topics about support for children in the state.


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Genetic Inborn Errors of Metabolism

This website provides information on the Diet for Life treatment for individuals with IEM that require access to multiple types of medical foods, formulas, medications and supplements along with careful diet monitoring and modifications by specialists to determine appropriate nutritional treatment for the individual’s physical and mental health from infancy through adulthood. It also provides the most up-to-date information about changes to the state’s policy regarding the coverage of formulas, links to national resources for families, and other nutritional guides.


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