Since 1991, OC Read has been the literacy division of OC Public Libraries. OC Read provides tutoring and programming for Orange County adults who want to improve their reading,…

  1. Lead is harmful to children.Lead can damage a child’s brain and nervous system. Lead exposure is especially dangerous for children under the age of six because their rapidly…

How do I get tested for lead? Ask your healthcare provider for a blood lead test if you have health insurance. Some employers also offer periodic testing for employees who are exposed to lead on…

The Environmental Protection Agency established the Lead and Copper Rule to protect public health and reduce exposure to lead and copper in drinking water. The most common sources of lead in drinking…

Monthly reports can be located by logging in to your tutor portal at americalearns.net/ocread after the 20th of each month. Monthly reports open on the 20th, and close on the final day of the…

There is no safe level of lead. Even small amount of lead can cause learning and behavior problems for children. Some of these health problems can last a lifetime, including brain and nervous…