You want to take good care of your family. You try to eat healthy foods. You take your children to the doctor for regular checkups. You try your best to protect your family from accidents and illness. You want to live in a safe neighborhood and home.
But did you know your home might have hidden dangers to your children’s health?
Jackson County Public Health is committed to helping your keep your home safe.
Healthy Homes
Healthy Homes - Questions to Consider
Consider your home and ask yourself the following questions?
Is the air in your home clean and healthy?
Do your children have breathing problems, like asthma?
Is someone in your home allergic to mold?
Do you know the signs of carbon monoxide poisoning?
Is there lead anywhere in your home?
Is your tap water safe to drink?
Do you have household products with chemicals in them that can make you sick
Do you use bug spray or other products to keep away pests?
Do you keep poisons where your children can reach them?
The answers to questions like these will help you learn if your home is safe and healthy.
Additional Resources
Check out the great resources on the Wisconsin DHS Environmental Health Website to learn more about keeping your home healthy and safe.
Download the Healthy Homes Checklist for a guide to key action steps you can take to keep your home healthy and safe.