Does Your Child Need a Lead Blood Test? (in Dari)
This Dari-language factsheet from Washington State DOH explains why and when children should get a blood lead test—especially if they’re enrolled in Apple Health (Medicaid). It covers risk factors like old paint, imported products, and traditional remedies, and explains that even healthy-looking kids may have lead in their system. A useful tool for providers working with Afghan families concerned about child health, safety, and housing-related risks.
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This Dari-language factsheet from the Washington State Department of Health helps parents understand when and why children need to be tested for lead exposure. It walks caregivers through common risk factors, sources of lead, and how testing works—especially for families with Medicaid (Apple Health). The guide reinforces that even without symptoms, lead can harm a child’s development and should be detected early through a simple blood test.
Ready for Many Audiences
- Written in Dari, ideal for Afghan families
- Culturally and linguistically appropriate, with plain explanations
- Covers housing risks, traditional remedies, imported goods, and more
- Includes state-specific guidance for Washington-based families
How Providers Can Use It
- Share with families during WIC, well-child, or intake appointments
- Use when explaining Medicaid-required lead testing at 12 and 24 months
- Pair with lead prevention outreach or housing inspections
Keeping Families Informed and Safe
Lead exposure often goes unnoticed until harm is done. This factsheet helps bridge that gap—building trust and empowering parents to protect their children’s health, even when symptoms are invisible.