Lead-Based Paint and Other In-Home Health Hazards in Las Vegas, Nevada: Findings of the Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program

The outcomes of the Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program (Las Vegas LHCHHP) are characterized in this article by the prevalence, type, and location of lead-based paint and healthy homes hazards. A total of 62 participants were recruited for our program from residents of Las Vegas, Nevada, and were enrolled from 2018 until March 2020 according to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requirements. Participants received a combined lead inspection and risk assessment, as well as a healthy homes visual assessment if lead-based paint hazards were identified. Occupant and housing characteristics were also recorded. The majority of Las Vegas LHCHHP housing units had >= 1 lead dust hazard, and most had >= 1 lead-based paint hazard on a variety of components. Domestic hygiene and structural issues were the most frequently identified healthy homes hazards. Lead-based paint and other health hazards were common in Las Vegas LHCHHP housing. Our findings could inform future occupant education and lead hazard control and healthy homes programs in other jurisdictions.

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This article presents the findings of the Las Vegas Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program, focusing on the prevalence, type, and location of lead-based paint and healthy homes hazards. The study recruited 62 participants from Las Vegas and identified common lead dust and lead-based paint hazards in the housing units. The most frequently identified healthy homes hazards were related to domestic hygiene and structural issues. The findings could inform similar programs and occupant education in other jurisdictions.