International Lead Poisoning Prevention Day (ILPPW) was observed in the third week of October this year in 2023 from 22 to 29 October.
Important Days
International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (ILPPW) takes place every year during the third week of October. This year in 2023, this week was celebrated from 22 to 29 October. International Lead Poisoning Prevention Week aims to raise awareness of the health effects of lead exposure, particularly among children, and to highlight efforts by countries and partners to prevent lead exposure through regulatory action at the country level . Governments, civil society organisations, health partners and others are encouraged to organize campaigns during ILPPW. A range of materials to support campaign activities have been made available through the ILPPW website.
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