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Environmental Health: From Global to Local (Public Health/Environmental Health) by Howard Frumkin, 2010-02-08 Street Science: Community Knowledge and Environmental Health Justice (Urban and Industrial Environments) by Jason Corburn, 2005-08-01 Essentials of Environmental Health by Robert Friis, 2006-05-15 Environmental Health by Monroe T. Morgan, 2002-11-15 Understanding Environmental Health: How We Live in the World by Nancy Irwin Maxwell, 2008-08-25 Environmental Health and Safety Audits by Lawrence B. Cahill, 2001-01-01 A Community Guide to Environmental Health by Jeff Conant and Pam Fadem, 2008-07-01 Safety, Health, and Environmental Auditing: A Practical Guide by Simon Watson Pain, 2010-04-26 Risk Communication: A Handbook for Communicating Environmental, Safety, and Health Risks by Regina E. Lundgren, Andrea H. McMakin, 2009-07-14 Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury (Levy, Occupational and Envionmental Health) Reclaiming the Environmental Debate: The Politics of Health in a Toxic Culture (Urban and Industrial Environments) Risk Assessment Methods: Approaches for Assessing Health and Environmental Risks by V.T. Covello, M.W. Merkhoher, 1993-12-31 Core Curriculum for Occupational and Environmental Health Nursing by American Association of Occupational Health Nurses, 2005-12-13 Basic Environmental Health by Annalee Yassi, Tord Kjellström, et all 2001-03-15

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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
   
   Extractions: 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 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/
   
   Extractions: Main content 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

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
   
   Extractions: Other Topics: A B C D ... All Topics 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/

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/
   
   Extractions: 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.

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/
    
    Extractions: 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/
    
    Extractions: Search http://environmentalhealthnews.org/frontpage/in_the_news/inspector.html 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 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 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/
    
    Extractions: 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/
    
    Extractions: 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

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/
    
    Extractions: Environmental Health ... A Search Service Locator Select a Center Antelope Valley Public Health Center Central Public Health Center Curtis-Tucker Public Health Center Glendale Public Health Center Hollywood/Wilshire Public Health Center Monrovia Public Health Center North Hollywood Public Health Center Pacoima Public Health Center Pomona Public Health Center Ruth-Temple Public Health Center Simms/Mann Health and Wellness Center South Public Health Center Torrance Public Health Center Whittier Public Health Center Housing Inspection Bureau Food Inspection Bureau Environmental Protection Bureau

20. Directory Of Occupational Health And Environmental Health Links
    Educational resources, FAQ,s and links from Raymond Agius.  
    http://www.agius.com/hew/links/
    
    Extractions: (Please see the below) 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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