Healthy Homes

Poor housing conditions are directly linked to poor health outcomes such as asthma, lead poisoning, and unintentional injury, and disproportionately affect low-income neighborhoods. Pediatric primary care providers can help families prevent and address home hazards that put them at risk for poor health outcomes. Strategies for addressing health equity and delivering culturally sensitive care are also included.

This training enhances pediatric primary care providers’ knowledge and understanding of home health hazards and their connection to asthma, lead, and unintentional injuries. Providers will be able to identify strategies for asthma home trigger management, understand Connecticut lead screening requirements, and recognize when and how to recommend a home assessment.

Practices receive:

• Resources and/or referral information
• 1 CME credit
• Smoke and carbon dioxide detectors
• Meal during the training

Learn more about Educating Practices or contact Maggy Morales to schedule a training session.