EH Nexus: Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Podcast – Episode 1, Teaching Data to Talk

EH Nexus: Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Podcast – Episode 1, Teaching Data to Talk is produced through CDC's Environmental Health (EH) Nexus. In this episode, host Scott Pauley from CDC's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program interviews Kristen Milbrath from the Marion County Public Health Department in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Milbrath shares the story behind LeadADVISOR, an AI-powered tool designed to help residents and homebuyers make sense of complex lead inspection reports. She explains how the idea came to life, the hurdles her team faced along the way, and the tool's impact on families across Marion County.

Whether you work in public health, housing, or community outreach, this episode offers a behind-the-scenes look at how data and technology can come together to protect children's health, and helpful tips for departments looking to do the same.