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November 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 87, Number 4 View the IssueAbout the Cover On July 15鈥�18, 2024, we held our 87th Annual Educational Conference (AEC) & Exhibition in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The 2024 AEC brought together nearly 1,30...
October 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 87, Number 3 View the IssueAbout the Cover Preparing and serving allergen-free meals continues to be challenging for food service establishments. This month鈥檚 cover article assessed current food allergy po...
September 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 87, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover Community-engaged research is becoming more prevalent in environmental health. With a spectrum of community involvement characterizing this research, it has the po...
Wildfire Response Guide
This wildfire-specific guide walks you through the potential considerations and roles for environmental public health professionals when responding to a wildfire. The guide includes:Response and recovery objectives for each environmental health ...
May 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 86, Number 9 View the IssueAbout the Cover Globally, foodborne illness is a significant public health challenge. Food safety inspection plays a crucial role in regulating food businesses to prevent foodborn...
April 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 86, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Estimating the attenuation of nutrients in groundwater from onsite wastewater treatment systems is difficult due to the costs and uncertainty associated with deter...
March 2024
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 86, Number 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article examined parental knowledge, attitudes, efficacy, and protective behaviors about thirdhand smoke and the toxic mixture of chemicals left...
October 2023
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 86, Number 3 View This IssueArticles Persistence and Transfer of Enveloped Phi 6 Bacteriophage on Hotel Guest Room SurfacesManaging Mosquito-Borne Diseases as an Emergency for Mosquito Control: The South Ko...
September 2023
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 86, Number 2 View This IssueArticles A Collaborative Approach to National Food Code AdoptionFederal Meat and Poultry Inspection Duties and Requirements鈥擯art 4: Food Defense, Product Sampling, Rules of Pract...
June 2023
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 85, Number 10 View This IssueArticles Coronavirus Surrogate Persistence and Cross-Contamination on Food Service Operation FomitesFederal Meat and Poultry Inspection Duties and Requirements鈥擯art 2: The Publi...
March 2023
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 85, Number 7 View This IssueArticles Identifying Public Perceptions of Information on Harmful Algal Blooms to Guide Effective Risk CommunicationAssessment of Chemical Exposures Investigation After Fire at a...
April 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover We know that mosquitoes are potential pathogen-transmitting vectors, causing human illnesses such as West Nile virus, Zika, and chikungunya. There are many ways to pr...
December 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover Growing evidence shows that interpersonal skills鈥攕uch as communication, patience, empathy, respect, and consideration鈥攁re essential for conducting regulatory inspecti...
December 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 80, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淓nvironmental Factors and Fluctuations in Daily Crime Rates,鈥� explores the relationships between ambient air pollutant levels, weather va...
December 2019
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 82, Number 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover There is no uniform nationwide method for organizing and delivering governmental environmental health services to residents of the U.S. and its territories, as ill...
December 2021
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 84, Number 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover Environmental health is historically an overlooked and underrated discipline. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the value of environmental health and environmental...
January/February 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue鈥檚 cover feature, 鈥淪afety Evaluation of Metal Exposure From Commonly Used Hair Dyes and Tattoo Inks in Nigeria,鈥� the authors found that tattoo ink sam...
January/February 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 featured article, 鈥淟ung Cancer Worry and Home Screening for Radon and Secondhand Smoke in Renters,鈥� explored the relationships between demographic factor...
January/February 2019
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 81, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover Efforts to characterize the environmental health workforce are needed to strengthen the field. There is a lack of information from the perspective of state and loc...
July/August 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover The Fukushima nuclear disaster triggered by the magnitude 9.0 Great East Japan Earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011, reminded the world that nuclear power plant a...
July/August 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue鈥檚 cover feature, 鈥淚mpacts of Industrial Wind Turbine Noise on Sleep Quality: Results From a Field Study of Rural Residents in Ontario, Canada,鈥� the auth...
July/August 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 80, No. 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover Approximately 11% of foodborne outbreaks caused by Clostridium perfringens occur in correctional facilities. This issue鈥檚 cover article investigates an outbreak cause...
July/August 2020
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 83, Number 1 About the Cover Parks benefit public health in many ways, from improving stormwater management to mitigating disparities associated with physical and mental health. Parks and recreational areas...
March 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 7 View the Issue About the Cover In this issue鈥檚 cover feature, 鈥淔ormaldehyde Levels in Traditional and Portable Classroom...
March 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover Past and recent foodborne illness outbreaks continue to illustrate the difficulties in determining when to go public with food safety information about potential pub...
March 2022
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 84, Number 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover Slow cooling of hot foods is a common pathogen proliferation factor contributing to restaurant-related outbreaks of foodborne illness. While the Food and Drug Admi...
May 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 9 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue鈥檚 cover feature, 鈥淎ssociation Between Asthma Hospital Visits and Ozone Concentration in Maricopa County, Arizona (2007鈥�2012),鈥� the authors evaluated the...
May 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 9 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淥ccupational Health Survey in Cosmetologists in Minnesota,鈥� explores the occupational health and safety challenges faced by cosmetologist...
November 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 4 View the IssueAbout the Cover Rapid proliferation of hydraulic fracturing (fracking) facilities has led to concerns about human exposure to airborne pollutants, notably fine particulates (PM2.5, p...
November 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 80, No. 4 View the IssueAbout the Cover The use of powdered shake mixes as nutritional supplements or meal replacements has become increasingly popular among health-conscious individuals. Consumption of the...
November 2019
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 82, Number 4 View the IssueAbout the Cover Commuting accounts for one of the highest daily air pollution exposure periods for workers in the U.S. In this issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淎 Comparison of Perceived an...
November 2021
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 84, Number 4 View the IssueAbout the CoverThroughout the COVID-19 pandemic, environmental health professionals have worked tirelessly to promote the health and well-being of their communities. The National ...
October 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 3 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue, two of our feature articles describe studies that investigated arsenic ingestion in the context of consumption patterns. 鈥淎rsenic Consumption in the Un...
October 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 80, No. 3 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue, we feature an article that focuses on occupational safety and health. The article, 鈥淓ffectiveness of a Multifaceted Occupational Noise and Hearing Loss...
October 2018
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 81, Number 3 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue we feature an article that highlights one example related to the growing issue of drinking water quality within the U.S. As of press time, stories re...
September 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover In the Building Capacity column in this issue, 鈥淓mbracing a Unified Brand Builds Capacity for Health Departments,鈥� Darryl Booth discusses the importance of a consiste...
September 2016
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 79, No. 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover Contractors who perform work on residential structures constructed prior to 1978 may be subject to federal regulations pertaining to lead-based paint. The most string...
September 2017
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 80, No. 2View the IssueAbout the Cover September is National Preparedness Month and we thought it fitting to highlight this issue鈥檚 article, 鈥淩esponse, Recovery, and Resilience to Oil Spills and Environment...
September 2018
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 81, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover For the September issue, we have featured 鈥淚mplications of Hurricane Harvey on Environmental Public Health in Harris County, Texas鈥� on the cover in recognition of ...
Wildfire Resources
Use the following resources to assist with emergency preparedness after a wildfire or mass fire. These resources were developed in-part by CDC, EPA, California Air Resources Board, and California Department of Public Health. Wildfire Response Gu...
September 2022
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 85, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover Preparation for post-hurricane mosquito control is essential for an effective emergency response to protect public health and promote recovery efforts. This issue鈥�...
April 2022
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 84, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Governmental food safety professionals (FSPs) play a critical role in verifying that the food industry is fulfilling its responsibilities. Without the ability to a...
Indoor Air Filtration Factsheet
This is an EPA document about indoor air filtration, designed to educate the public and includes: Filtration options Choosing a Portable Air Cleaner 2-pages, simple language Recommended for environmental public health professionals to sh...
Reduce Wildfire Health Risks
Use this communication tool to share suggested actions individuals should take if exposed to wildfire smoke. This tool contains an: Infographic Dos and Don鈥檛s to stay safe during a wildfire Communication Strategies Resources for the pu...
Reduce Wildfire Smoke Exposure
This EPA tool shares preparedness actions for community members who may be exposed to a wildfire event. It includes: A fact sheet Suggestions to reduce smoke exposures indoorsRecommended for emergency environmental public health professionals ...
Guidance for Septic Systems Before, During, and After a Wildfire
This guide provides emergency and maintenance information for homeowners on how to care for their septic system if it is impacted by wildfire. It includes:Safety remindersRecommended steps to take to protect a homeowner鈥檚 health and their septic...
Responding to Simultaneous Crises: Communications and Social Norms of Mask Behavior During Wildfires and COVID-19
This article looks into the COVID-19 pandemic and the potential for co-occurring wildfires and the health risks that they pose. While there are behaviors that can be implemented to reduce the negative impacts, government agencies and public heal...
COVID-19 and Wildfires: Concurrent Disasters and Risk Communication in B.C.
This report is based on a qualitative study examining health communications during concurrent disasters and the connection with decision-making. This resource includes: Research questions Focus area Methods Preliminary Findings Recommended...