1. Environmental Health - Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia Environmental health is the branch of public health that is concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environment that may affect human health. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Environmental_health

Environmental health From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation search Environmental health is the branch of public health that is concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environment that may affect human health . Other terms that concern or refer to the discipline of environmental health include environmental public health and environmental health and protection Environmental health is defined by the World Health Organization as: Those aspects of the human body human health and disease that are determined by factors in the environment. It also refers to the theory and practice of assessing and controlling factors in the environment that can potentially affect health. Environmental health as used by the WHO Regional Office for Europe, includes both the direct pathological effects of chemicals radiation and some biological agents, and the effects (often indirect) on health and wellbeing of the broad physical psychological social and aesthetic environment which includes housing, urban development land use and transport Contents Services Concerns Information Mapping ... edit Services Environmental health services are defined by the World Health Organization as: those services which implement environmental health policies through monitoring and control activities. They also carry out that role by promoting the improvement of environmental parameters and by encouraging the use of environmentally friendly and healthy technologies and behaviours. They also have a leading role in developing and suggesting new policy areas.

2. WHO | Environmental Health Environmental health addresses all the physical, chemical, and biological factors external to a person, and all the related factors impacting behaviours. http://www.who.int/topics/environmental_health/en/

Language options Search All WHO This site only Main navigation Home About WHO Countries Health topics ... Health topics Main content Environmental health Environmental health addresses all the physical, chemical, and biological factors external to a person, and all the related factors impacting behaviours. It encompasses the assessment and control of those environmental factors that can potentially affect health. It is targeted towards preventing disease and creating health-supportive environments. This definition excludes behaviour not related to environment, as well as behaviour related to the social and cultural environment, and genetics. Statistics on MDG 7 Statistics on MDG 7: ensure environmental sustainability GENERAL INFORMATION Fact sheets on environmental health MULTIMEDIA 10 facts on health impact of environment Features on environmental health 10 facts about water scarcity WHO PROGRAMMES AND ACTIVITIES Public health and environment African Region Region of the Americas–PAHO European Region ... Western Pacific Region TECHNICAL INFORMATION Climate change and human health Large-scale environmental hazards to human health Joint WHO-ILO tripartite meeting on occupational health of health workers: Geneva, 6-9 July 2010

3. Health & Families - Environmental Health The Environmental Health Program has a Territory wide commitment to reducing the amount of disease in the community caused by physical, chemical, biological and radiological http://www.health.nt.gov.au/Environmental_Health/index.aspx

4. Environmental Health True,True,True,daily,True,0.5 Environmental Health 922 Bevins Court Lakeport, CA 95453 707263-1164 707-263-1681 Fax http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Environmental_Health.htm

5. Environmental Health: MedlinePlus Directory selections of the National Library of Medicine. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/environmentalhealth.html

pttitle = ""; Skip navigation A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health Home About MedlinePlus ... Contact Us Search MedlinePlus Health Topics ESPAÑOL Other Topics: A B C D ... All Topics Environmental Health URL of this page: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/environmentalhealth.html Our environment affects our health. Our average life span has almost doubled over the past century or so mainly because we have clean, safe drinking water. If parts of the environment, like air and water , or soil become polluted, it can lead to health problems. For example, asthma attacks can result from pollutants and other chemicals in the air and in the home Some environmental risks are a part of the natural world, like radon in the soil. Others are the result of human activities, like lead poisoning from paint, or exposure to asbestos or mercury from mining or industrial use. NIH: National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Our environment affects our health. Our average life span has almost doubled over the past century or so mainly because we have clean, safe drinking water. If parts of the environment, like air and water, or soil become polluted, it can lead to health problems. For example, asthma attacks can result from pollutants and other chemicals in the air and in the home. Some environmental risks are a part of the natural world, like radon in the soil. Others are the result of human activities, like lead poisoning from paint, or exposure to asbestos or mercury from mining or industrial use.

6. Environmental Health Association Of NS Home NSAEHA provides information and programs to increase awareness of environmental health issues in the Nova Scotia, Canada area. Site has articles, tips and resources. http://www.environmentalhealth.ca/

Home About EHANS Archives/Major Articles Features Environmental Health Association of Nova Scotia formerly Nova Scotia Allergy and Environmental Health Association Links JOIN DONATE Contact Us What's New Greenwashing Uranium: Nuclear energy is not green energy The following merchants sell Dryerballs to benefit EHANS. Our thanks for their support. EHANS at World Urban Forum 4 Scent-free buildings earn Green LEED Credits ... Air Fresheners Create Indoor Smog Hot Topics Children's Health Indoor Air Quality Scents Pesticides ... Heavy Metals Quotable Quote: "Every truth passes through three stages before it is recognized. In the first, it is ridiculed. In the second, it is op- posed. In the third, it is regarded as self evident." -Schopenhauer Information about environmental illness, multiple chemical sensitivity and less toxic living.The Environmental Health Association of Nova Scotia is a volunteer, non-profit organization founded in 1985. Current Articles Invisible Illnesses Need to be Counted Smoke-free Rental Units Coming Soon? Unlabeled toxic chemicals in common household products Nine Facts You Need to Know about Uranium Mining ... Accommodating the environmentally sensitive protects everyone Website Special Insurance Companies Target EM Doctors Features The Allergic Gourmet Ask the Experts Living/Coping with EI Healthy Home/Garden ... Safe Schools The information on this site should not be taken as medical advice.

7. California Environmental Health Association CEHA is a nonprofit association committed to providing for the professional growth and development of the environmental health professional. We are primarily an organization http://www.ceha.org/

8. Environmental Medicine Treatment Center-specializing In Mold Testing And Other S Environmental medicine, mold testing and allergy treatment center for the family Dr. William J. Rea http://www.ehcd.com/

Find the right p roducts to bring you a healthier 2010 at www.aehf.com Welcome to The Environmental Health Center The Environmental Health Center-Dallas, Texas medically tests and treats human health problems including sensitivities to pollens, molds, dust, foods, chemicals, air (indoor/outdoor), water,electromagnetic sensitivity( EMF), and many more health problems as they relate to our environment. The mission of the Environmental Health Center - Dallas is to provide superior medical care and education with a special emphasis on the effects of environmental factors on health and disease. We will provide these services with understanding and empathy, as we ourselves expect to be served. Environmental Health Center-Dallas 8345 Walnut Hill Lane, Suite 220

9. Florida Environmental Health Association - Home Information about the organization and about environmental health topics in Florida. http://www.feha.org

10. CDC - Environmental Health Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Your Online Source for Credible Health Information http://www.cdc.gov/Environmental/

11. BCIT : : Environmental Health (Public Health Inspection): Full-time, Bachelor Of The Public Health Inspector/Environmental Health Officer (PHI/EHO) is a vital member of the public health team and delivery system. The role of the PHI/EHO includes preventing http://www.bcit.ca/study/programs/8500dbtech

12. Center For Environmental Health | Home Excellent resource for information on environmental health. http://ceh.uconn.edu/

CEH HOME ABOUT THE CENTER GENERAL INFORMATION LABORATORY ... HELPFUL LINKS Center for Environmental Health (and Health Promotion?) Healthy People 2010 report, lifestyle choices have significant impacts on chronic diseases. Thus, promoting healthy eating, tobacco avoidance and increased physical activity is of the utmost importance. We share the stated goal of the Healthy People 2010 initiative" . . . to help individuals of all ages increase life expectancy and improve their quality of life." As of February, 2009, the Center for Environmental Health is engaged in its 5 year review cycle. It is currently propsed to officially change the name of the Center to "The Center for Environmental Health and Health Promotion (CEHHP); as noted above."

13. Environmental Health News: Front Page http//environmentalhealthnews.org/frontpage/in_the_news/inspector.html In The News / Oct 25. Loosening gridlock. With big Republican gains predicted in both chambers of Congress http://environmentalhealthnews.org/

Front Page Archives Science Subscribe ... Help Search http://environmentalhealthnews.org/frontpage/in_the_news/inspector.html In The News Oct 31 Burning coal for heat puts families at risk, but many on Navajo land see few options. Burning coal is a tradition among Navajo, but it also, day in and day out, is killing them. A 2010 survey of Shiprock homes revealed that 25 percent of stoves burning coal were not designed for that fuel, leading to excessive indoor air pollution. Farmington Daily Times , New Mexico PGE offers to close coal plant earlier. Facing a Sierra Club lawsuit and heightened federal scrutiny of its Boardman coal-fired generating plant, Portland General Electric has drafted a much firmer proposal to close Oregon's only coal plant by Dec. 31, 2020, at least 20 years earlier than anticipated. Portland Oregonian , Oregon Milltown sediment spread near Opportunity won't grow grass. Milltown Reservoir’s exiled dirt won’t behave in its new home. The 2.5 million cubic yards of fine-grained sediment dredged from the former reservoir has been spread over more than 600 acres of wasteland. But it won’t grow grass. Missoula Missoulian , Montana Need to move Indonesia's capital growing urgent in face of climate change, experts say.

14. Environmental Health | Full Text | Mercury From Chlor-alkali Plants: Measured Co High fructose corn syrup, produced using mercury cell chloralkali products, can contain up to 0.57 micrograms mercury per gram and this source may need to be considered when http://www.ehjournal.net/content/8/1/2

15. Careers Environmental Health Learn about career options and educational programs in environmental health. http://www.careersenvhealth.com/

careersenvhealth.com Learn about Career Options and Educational Programs in Environmental Health What is Environmental Health? Home Why Choose an EH Career? What Do EH Professionals Do? Meet EH Professionals ... EH Jobs There's Something for Everyone in the Field of Environmental Health (EH) Are you interested in a career in Environmental Health? Are you seeking accredited environmental health universities and colleges, or job opportunities in the field of Environmental Health? Browse this website for accredited environmental public health programs, environmental health scholarships, and accredited environmental health degree programs at universities and colleges. You can also read up on Environmental Health Specialists, and discover exactly what Environmental Health specialists do. Environmental health (EH) is the branch of public health protection that is concerned with all aspects of the natural and built environment that may affect human health. Other terms that refer to the discipline of environmental health include environmental public health and environmental health and protection. EH professionals are best known for their efforts to ensure safe food, water, air quality and sanitary conditions. The increase in environmental health threats such as E-Coli outbreaks, and the emergence of new threats such as the West Nile Virus, SARS, bio/agro-terrorism (intentional tainting of food) and the human health impacts of environmental catastrophes such as Hurricane Katrina exemplify the ever-increasing need for an educated environmental health workforce.

16. Merced County, CA - Official Website - Environmental Health Merced Office 260 E. 15th St. Merced, CA 95341 Toll Free 800734-7391 Ph (209)381-1100 FX (209) 384-1593 Hours Mon-Fri 800am - 500pm Los Banos Office http://www.co.merced.ca.us/index.aspx?NID=597

17. EHP Online: Home Of Environmental Health Perspectives EHIS is an on-line service of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences. The EHIS provides the most accurate and timely information on environmental health, toxicology, and cancer. http://ehis.niehs.nih.gov/

Skip to main content Environmental Health Perspectives EHP ) is a monthly journal of peer-reviewed research and news on the impact of the environment on human health. EHP is published by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences and its content is free online. Print issues are available by paid subscription. Environmental Health Perspectives December 2009 Full Table of Contents Link FOCUS Out of Plumb: When Water Treatment Causes Lead Contamination SPHERES OF INFLUENCE Communication Gap: The Disconnect Between What Scientists Say and What the Public Hears NANOTECHNOLOGY Nanotechnology and in Situ Remediation TOXICOLOGY Cadmium-Induced Breast Cell Transformation POPULATION HEALTH The Melamine Incident: Food and Feed Safety EPIDEMIOLOGY Well Water, Pesticides, and Parkinson's Disease TOXICOLOGY Synergistic Effects of a Mixture of Four Antiandrogens TOXICOLOGY Chromium-Induced Lung Inflammation and Proliferation On the Cover image credit: © Corbis Previous Issue Volume 117, Number 11 November 2009 Chinese Edition Current Issue Download Adobe Acrobat Reader to view PDF files located on this site.

18. Environmental Health Editorsin-Chief Philippe Grandjean, University of Southern Denmark; David Ozonoff, Boston University School of Public Health http://ehjournal.net/

19. LA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH - Environmental Health County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health Environmental Health 5050 Commerce Drive Baldwin Park, CA 91706 Phone (626) 4305200 Fax (626) 813-3000 http://lapublichealth.org/eh/

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20. Directory Of Occupational Health And Environmental Health Links Educational resources, FAQ,s and links from Raymond Agius. http://www.agius.com/hew/links/

This Directory is an important but secondary part of the Health, Environment and Work Please report dead links through the feedback form The links are categorised under the following Section Headings: Governmental Educational resources: At this site Elsewhere Toxicology Databases Pollution ... Internet (including World-Wide Search Tools Commercial websites (Please see the below) Current or recent Hot Topics, New Sites and reminders of particularly good older sites. EPICOH 2011 The 22nd International Conference on Epidemiology in Occupational Health - EPICOH 2011 - is in Oxford, UK from 7-9 September, 2011 Purpose The sites listed in this Directory have been selected on the basis of educational or professional content, or else as regards information, policy or views which might form the basis for comment and debate. Therefore, it is intended that the Directory will fulfil a number of functions including: Linking to the positions of various bodies, ranging from government departments and agencies to pressure groups Providing links to information data sources e.g. on air pollution, chemical hazards etc

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