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 Environmental Health
CDC Tracking Network: Working Towards a Healthier Planet for Healthy People
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This is an engaging video podcast geared to raise awareness of environmental public health and our nation's need for the Tracking Network. Created: 9/14/2009 by National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH).
Date Released: 9/14/2009.
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Tracks: A National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network Overview
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In this podcast, Dr. Mike McGeehin, Director of CDC's Division of Environmental Hazards and Health Effects, provides an overview of the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network. It highlights the Tracking Network's goal, how it will improve public health, its audience, and much more. Created: 8/4/2009 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Date Released: 8/4/2009.
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Tracks: EPHT Massachusetts Case Study
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This podcast highlights the Massachusetts Environmental Public Health Tracking Network and features commentary from Massachusetts Department of Public Health Associate Health Commissioner Suzanne Condon. Created: 7/20/2009 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Date Released: 7/20/2009.
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Tracks: Working with Partners to Achieve Success
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This podcast explores the partnerships that played a crucial role in building the National Environmental Public Health Tracking Network. Created: 7/20/2009 by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Date Released: 7/20/2009.
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Is Your Child Safe from Lead Poisoning?
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In this podcast, Dr. Mary Jean Brown, chief of CDC's Lead Poisoning and Prevention Program, discusses the importance of testing children for lead poisoning, who should be tested, and what parents can do to prevent lead poisoning. Created: 10/2/2008 by National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH).
Date Released: 10/2/2008.
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Renovate Right: Prevent Lead Poisoning in Children
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In this podcast, Dr. Maria Doa, Director of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) National Program Chemicals Division, discusses EPA's new rule for renovations, repairs, and painting activities. The new rule includes information on lead-safe work practices when conducting renovations, repairs, and painting in pre-1978 homes and schools to prevent the spread of lead dust. Created: 10/2/2008 by National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH).
Date Released: 10/2/2008.
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Walkable Communities
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This podcast is for a general audience and discusses the benefits of walkable communities, as they relate to health, the environment, and social interaction. Created: 4/18/2008 by National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH), ATSDR.
Date Released: 5/8/2008.
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Climate Change: Science, Health and the Environment
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Climate Change: Science, Health and the Environment Howard Frumkin, MD, DrPH, Director of CDC's National Center for Environmental Health/Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, discusses the science of climate change, the potential for shifts in the natural world to affect our wellbeing, and the challenges of emerging issues in environmental health. Created: 4/10/2007 by CDC National Center for Environmental Health.
Date Released: 4/13/2007.
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Healthy Places
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Every person has a stake in environmental public health. As the environment deteriorates, so does the physical and mental health of the people within it. Healthy places are those designed and built to improve the quality of life for all people who live, work, worship, learn, and play within their borders -- where every person is free to make choices amid a variety of healthy, available, accessible, and affordable options. The CDC recognizes significant health issues and places that are vital in developing the Healthy Places program and provides examples in this report. Created: 4/10/2007 by CDC National Center for Environmental Health.
Date Released: 4/13/2007.
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Hazardous Chemicals
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Chemicals are a part of our daily lives, providing many products and modern conveniences. With more than three decades of experience, The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been in the forefront of efforts to protect and assess people's exposure to environmental and hazardous chemicals. This report provides information about hazardous chemicals and useful tips on how to protect you and your family from harmful exposure. Created: 4/10/2007 by CDC National Center for Environmental Health.
Date Released: 4/13/2007.
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Global Climate Change
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The hottest ten years on record have all occurred since 1995. While we cannot fully predict the impact of these changes on society and public health, we need to prepare for the implication of health issues associated with global climate change. This report highlights CDC observations on the issue and identifies priority areas for future projects. Created: 4/10/2007 by CDC National Center for Environmental Health.
Date Released: 4/13/2007.
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Clean Air and Water
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The air we breathe and the water we drink are both vital components of our health. Nevertheless, bacteria, pollutants, and other contaminates can alter life-giving air and water into health-threatening hazards. Learn about how scientists at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention work to protect the public from air and water-related health risks. Created: 4/10/2007 by CDC National Center for Environmental Health.
Date Released: 4/13/2007.
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