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Cassandra Garibay

Senior housing reporter for El Timpano, a Spanish-language news organization covering issues affecting Latino and Mayan immigrant communities in the Bay Area. Reported on Oakland’s lead problem.

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Dec 2, 2024 • 26min

Oakland’s Lead Funding Sits Untouched As Residents Face Exposure

Cassandra Garibay, a senior housing reporter for El Timpano, and Jasmine Aguilera, a senior health equity reporter, tackle the pressing issue of lead exposure in Oakland's rental housing. They reveal that 83% of these homes may contain lead, despite millions in settlement funds sitting unused. The discussion includes personal stories, such as a mother facing kidney failure, and highlights the bureaucratic challenges in deploying these funds effectively. The conversation underscores the urgent need for action to protect vulnerable communities from severe health risks.