Emily Tokheim / Wednesday, October 16, 2024 / Categories: Social Media Posts Iowa HHS recommends children be tested early and often for lead Iowa HHS recommends children be tested early and often for lead. At a minimum, blood tests to check for lead in the body should be done when children are 1 and 2 years in age. Good news - we offer blood lead testing here at WCPH for children 6 and under! Call 319-653-7758 for more information. You can also visit: https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/programs-and-services/childhood-lead-poisoning-prevention-program Print 123