Local joins Peace Corps in Panama Aug 19, 2008
A: I m an environmental engineer, so my job position in Panama will be environmental health extensionist. Most likely after training when I get my site assignment, which could be anywhere in the country, it ll be mostly the really rural are that has really poor drinking water quality or poor sanitation. (Acton Beacon, MA)
Underpass flood sparks delay fear Aug 18, 2008
"Councils will know what they have to do, individuals will know how they can apply through councils and get the environmental health officer out to verify their property was affected.". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- UK)
Oregon Recreation Report (18) Aug 18, 2008
For health information, contact Ken Kauffman, DHS Environmental Health Specialist at (971)673-0435. Trout angling is fair. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Greening Ghana project launched at Dormaa Aug 18, 2008
Mr Ebenezer Martin Yeboah, Municipal Environmental Health Officer, blamed poultry farmers, akpeteshie distillers, hunters, farmers and smokers as the sources of bushfires in the municipality. "Their nefarious activities have a negative impact on the Assembly's efforts at averting bushfires", he said and referred to last year as the worst in the municipality's bushfire records over the past decade. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
FDA: Controversial chemical in... Aug 18, 2008
"It's ironic FDA would choose to ignore dozens of studies funded by [the National Institutes of Health] -- this country's best scientists -- and instead rely on flawed studies from industry," said Pete Myers, chief scientist for Environmental Health Sciences. The report is the latest in a growing pile of assessments of bisphenol, which has been used to package food for decades. (CNN -- Law)
Progress against toxins in toys takes small steps Aug 17, 2008
"We're engaged in a giant, uncontrolled experiment on America's children," said Leo Trasande, a pediatrician and environmental health specialist at Mt. Sinai Hospital in New York. "Based on the evidence we have to date, a stronger approach is needed.". (Chicago Tribune)
Back Channels: Pelosi needs to follow the Tip Aug 17, 2008
Web Search powered by YAHOO. TEXT SIZE: READER FEEDBACK SAVE AND SHARE. (Philadelphia Inquirer)
NVDBI moves ahead with shard-use kitchen (5) Aug 17, 2008
NVBDI formed an advisory committee composed of caterers, value-added food producers, a representative from SPCC, a county environmental health representative and an architect with Stogner Architecture in Rockingham. The committee's inaugural meeting was held on July 18, where Altieri outlined the project in four phases: design, construction and meeting code requirements; acquisition of equipment; setting policies and procedures, acquiring permits, meeting regulations and establishing training... (Anson Record, NC)
Private session on plant expansion spurs outcry Aug 17, 2008
CHULA VISTA Environmental health organizers are accusing the Chula Vista City Council of an underhanded backdoor deal and selling out the public's health for money after the council held a closed meeting to discuss a power-plant expansion ... About 100 community members and Environmental Health Coalition organizers holding signs and wearing dust masks protested the plant expansion at Tuesday's City Council meeting, chanting, Recall Cheryl Cox. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Bresler & Reiner, Inc. (OTC: BRER.PK) Reports Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2008 Aug 16, 2008
These risks and uncertainties include: our ability to compete effectively; our exposure to the credit risks of our tenants; our ability to recruit and retain key personnel; adverse changes in the local or general economy and market conditions; our ability to obtain necessary governmental permits and approvals; our ability to complete development projects in a timely manner and within budget; our ability to secure tenants for our projects and properties; our ability to sustain occupancy levels at... (PR Newswire)
Health board to look at water issue Aug 16, 2008
In conjunction with the state, we have tested a total of 45 samples from within the county, Richmond County Environmental Health Director Mike Norton said. We have 48 more tests that have been requested and additional tests are being requested every day. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
More of this story Aug 16, 2008
For some Allied Tube employees, including Jim Austin, 49, with the environmental health and safety department, this is not the first time he has found himself needing a new job in the Pine Bluff area and remembers when the plant that was originally Illinois Toolworks relocated to Chicago. He said he is keeping all of his options open and could go back to school or leave for something better out of town. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Ghana must act to raise its poor sanitation profile Aug 16, 2008
Speaking to the Ghana News Agency in an interview, Mr Albert Kpodonu, Volta Regional Environmental Health Officer said, however, that the sanitation situation in the Volta Region was not that gloomy, following the launch in 2001 of a clean community and school campaign in the region. He said previously people thought a house was complete without a toilet, bathroom or kitchen. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
President Signs Phthalate Ban Into Law Aug 15, 2008
"The phthalate ban is only the tip of the iceberg of what's needed to protect Americans from unsafe chemical exposures." The Breast Cancer Fund led a national coalition of parents, health care professionals and environmental health advocates that convinced Congress to pass the phthalate ban, despite aggressive lobbying by the chemical industry. "This is a David and Goliath victory," said Nudelman. (PR Newswire)
Gator spotted in Kish River Aug 15, 2008
We've seen it, said Bob Drake, director of environmental health at the DeKalb County Health Department. It's just a little bitty thing, only about 3 feet long, that somebody let go. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Barbara Schreibman, worked as volunteer, political activist - obituary Aug 15, 2008
The Pepper Pike businesswoman also raised money for such agencies as Cleveland Institute of Music, Cleveland Music School Settlement and Environmental Health Watch. Schreibman, whose maiden name was Lowenstern, was born in Urbana, Ill. (Cleveland.com -- News)
Read more... Aug 15, 2008
Christina Hemphill, PhD, Harvard University - Environmental Health. Elizabeth Hoover, PhD, Brown University - Cultural/Environmental Anthropology. (PNN Online)
Galluccio receives education award Aug 15, 2008
Also receiving awards were Chairman DeLeo; Suzanne Bump, state Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development; Sharon Beard, Program Administrator for the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences; Suffolk University s Center for Community Service and Service Learning; Oficina Hispana de la Comunidad; Thelbert Foster, Environmental Contractor and JFY alumnus; GED Valedictorian Angel Hernandez and Environmental Technology Valedictorian Jonathan Sala. There were 14 graduates from the GED... (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Court fines woman for improper disposal of waste Aug 15, 2008
Prosecuting, District Environmental Health Officer, Mr. Charles Quainoo, told the court that on June 18, this year, officers on routine inspection detected that Felicia had buried human excrement on her premises. She also dumped refuse indiscriminately in and around the premises, he said, adding that when questioned, she could not offer any tangible reasons. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Court fines man for sanitation offences Aug 15, 2008
Prosecuting, Mr. Charles Quainoo, the district environmental officer, told the court that on July 18 this year, Environmental Health officers on routine inspection entered Djato's premises and detected that his pig sty was in "a horrible state beyond description. Source:GNA Comments: All Rights Reserved, 1994-2008, ? Copyright GhanaHomePage. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Court fines farmer for living in unkempt environment Aug 15, 2008
Prosecuting Mr Charles Quainoo, District Environmental health officer told the court that on June 18, this year, Assin Fosu District Environmental health officers on routine inspection entered the premises of Mensah and realised that the house was overgrown with weeds and were fowl droppings around the place. Source:GNA. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Effort seeks to get the lead out Aug 15, 2008
The county sends environmental health workers to identify the source of the poisoning. But until this year, that was often where the case ended. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Dallas County receives FEMA assistance for mosquito control Aug 15, 2008
us located under the Environmental Health Department listed as "Flooding and the Mosquito Season" and "New Products for Mosquitoes". Mid-Iowa Newspapers 2008. (Dallas County News, IA)
Rare Salmonella outbreak spreads to Wales Aug 15, 2008
Anyone who believes they may be suffering from food poisoning should contact their GP or local authority environmental health department. A full list of affected foods is available on the FSAI s website at www. (WalesOnline)
Bloomer residents still calling foul over smelly waste Aug 14, 2008
Still, based on citizen complaints, the DNR contacted a state environmental health office, which drew the same conclusion. Based on continued citizen complaints, the town of Bloomer hired an engineering firm, which took three samples from the site and had it tested at two independent laboratories. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Beaches still shut after spill Aug 14, 2008
Jeff Benedict, manager of the department's environmental health bureau, said the beaches could reopen today if bacterial levels are determined to be safe ... One was from a broken city sewer line and the other was from a malfunctioning pump station, said environmental health specialist Hans Tritten. (Long Beach Press-Telegram)
DNA Repairs Alter Genome, Spawn New Species Aug 14, 2008
14, 2008) Researchers at Duke University Medical Center and at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) have shown how broken sections of chromosomes can recombine to change genomes and spawn new species ... The study was to be published online August 13 in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences in collaboration with senior author Michael A. Resnick of the Laboratory of Molecular Genetics at NIEHS. Funding for this study came from a National Institutes of... (Science Daily)
Hospital plagued by pests Aug 14, 2008
The revelations come just months after environmental health officers uncovered rat faeces, mouse droppings and serious levels of dirt at St Bartholomew's Hospital, in West Smithfield. A hospital spokesman said the number of call-outs reflected the size of the trust and the fact that demolition and construction work has been underway. (Islington Gazette)
Bid accepted for county bridge work Aug 14, 2008
With the recent relocation of the Environmental Health Department to the site and the planned relocation of the Sheriff's Department, additional cleaning and maintenance responsibilities required the new position. A personnel change request from the Sheriff's Department was approved by the Board. (Kalona News, IA)
Binge-Drinking Tied to Birth Defect Risk Aug 14, 2008
Lead investigator Dr. Lisa A. DeRoo, of the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS), Durham, North Carolina, and colleagues, evaluated 1,336 Norwegian women who gave birth between 1996 and 2002. Women binged in the first trimester were twice as likely to have a baby with a cleft lip, cleft palate or both. (MEDLINEplus)
Man fined for playing Cher too loud Aug 13, 2008
"Environmental health staff in the front room of the property next to Wiosna's could hear the music so clearly they could pick out the lyrics.". Magistrates fined Wiosna 200, with 50 for costs and a 15 victim surcharge. (guardian.co.uk)
New Breastfeeding Study Shows Most Moms Quit Early Aug 13, 2008
(May 4, 2004) Data analyzed by scientists at the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences suggest that breastfeeding can reduce the risk of death for infants in their first year of. . (Science Daily)
Encinitas Beachgoers Warned To Stay Out Of Water Aug 13, 2008
County environmental health officials have not identified the source of the spill, and the warning signs will remain posted until tests show the water is safe again. Explore More. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Fresno market recalls beef after E. coli scare Aug 13, 2008
No one has complained to county health workers of illness from eating the recalled beef from Renna's, said Stephanie Kahl, supervising health specialist in the Environmental Health Division of the county's Department of Public Health. But illnesses "may not occur for another few days," Kahl said. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
True Green: Four Tips to Select Green Products Aug 13, 2008
According to the Healthy Building Network, PVC is the worst plastic from an environmental health perspective because it poses unique and significant risks in its production, product life and disposal, and defies the greater desire for a healthy environment and improved quality of life. 2) Product lifecycle. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Lead may lurk in backyard gardens Aug 12, 2008
"If I had a garden in the urban environment I would just assume there is lead in the soil," said Wendy Heiger-Bernays, associate professor of environmental health at the Boston University School of Public Health. She said lead shouldn't stop people from planting vegetables, but gardeners need to take specific steps to prevent the plants from taking it up. (Boston Globe)
VeraSun Reports Record Revenues for Second Quarter 2008 Aug 12, 2008
Revenues Exceed One Billion Dollars and EBITDA More than Doubles over Q2 2007 Financial Highlights - Total revenues increased 499% to $1. 015 billion for Q2 2008 as compared to $170 million for Q2 2007 - DDGS sales increased 431% to $120 million as compared to $23 million for Q2 2007 - Net income increased to $24 million for Q2 2008, or. (PR Newswire)
Albemarle Tyrone Plant Opens Public Nature Trail Aug 12, 2008
-area "Nature Trail" included, from left: Albemarle Regional Human Resources Manager Tom Getz; Mark Nale, former member of the Citizens Advisory Council for the project; Albemarle Plant Manager Randy Andrews; Tyrone Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Rose Black; Albemarle Environmental Engineer Jim Burkey; Albemarle Environmental Health and Safety Manager Ivan Riggle; Albemarle Environmental Consultant Joe Lichty; Snyder Township Supervisors Charlie Diehl and Bob Nelson and Tyrone Mayor Jim... (PR Newswire)
BWAY Holding Company Announces Third Quarter Fiscal 2008 Operating Results Aug 12, 2008
ATLANTA, Aug. 11 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- BWAY Holding Company (NYSE: BWY), a leading North American supplier of general line rigid containers, today reported net income for the third quarter of fiscal 2008 of $8. 35 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $(6. (PR Newswire)
Lightning forecaster keeps schools safe Aug 12, 2008
The device helps prevent similar incidents in Brevard, said Jim Powers, environmental health and safety engineer for Brevard Public Schools. The systems run year-round so groups using schools in the summer, whether it's a driver's education class or a band camp, benefit. (Florida Today)
Water park where boy drowned passes inspection Aug 12, 2008
Inspectors found too much chlorine on the shallow end, said Chris Hutcheson, of the Office of Environmental Health, part of Cobb County as Public Health ... The water park, like other public pools in Cobb, is not required to have lifeguards, said Tom Campbell, the environmental health district director. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Sewage Spill Closes North County Beach Aug 12, 2008
The county Department of Environmental Health said about 100 gallons of the sewage made it into the water at Carlsbad State Beach, which was closed after the Saturday night spill. The county Web site said beach reopened Monday morning. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Scientists measure connection between the built environment and obesity in baby boomers Aug 12, 2008
Results from the study, funded by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, are reported in the July issue of the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. "Findings from this study suggest the significant role that built environment plays in either positively or negatively impacting our health and/or lifestyle," notes study lead Fuzhong Li, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
New Food Safety Rules Affect Restaurant Workers Aug 12, 2008
Mark Harden, the Environmental Health District Director with the South Central Health District, said, For the last several months, health inspectors in each of our ten counties have begun conducting inspections of local establishments based on these new regulations. The new regulations require that employees wear gloves or use utensils when handling ready-to-eat food whereas in the past only clean hands were required. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Cher superfan has stereo destroyed Aug 11, 2008
Rhondda Cynon Taf councillor for environmental health, Mike Forey, said: I hope it serves as a reminder to others that we can take them to court and seize their belongings if they do not cease causing a nuisance to others. But Wiosna was appalled by the decision. (Telegraph.co.uk)
Investigation lets Chi-Chi's staff off hook Aug 11, 2008
In that outbreak, 42 people were sickened with hepatitis A -- some with symptoms that lasted for months -- but there were no deaths, said Joe Evans, director of environmental health services for the Mansfield-Richland County Health Department. Evans was one of the investigators on the outbreak until he became one of those who got sick. (Yahoo News -- Hepatitis)
Fishermen show little interest in dockside sales Aug 11, 2008
"It seems to go in spurts. Five or six fishermen will be interested one year, and the next year there's no interest," said Mike Gardiner, a longtime environmental health officer with the state Department of Environmental Conservation. It is not a complicated process demanding a lot of paperwork or permits, Gardiner said. (Anchorage Daily News)
CARLSBAD: Beach closed after sewage spill Aug 11, 2008
Signs warning against swimming were posted from Palomar Airport Road to the breakwater, according to an Internet announcement from the county's department of environmental health. Swimming would be permitted once test showed bacteria level in the water had returned to a safe level, the report said. (North County Times)
Common Infertility Treatments Are Unlikely To Improve Fertility Aug 11, 2008
2, 2006) Men with increased body mass index (BMI) were significantly more likely to be infertile than normal-weight men, according to research conducted at the National Institute of Environmental Health. . (Science Daily)
Carlsbad State Beach closed due to sewage spill Aug 11, 2008
The County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health issued the closure order after a pump at the beach failed at 8:10 p.m. and released about 1,000 gallons of sewage, officials said. The sewage flowed down Highway 101 and entered a storm drain where an estimated 100 gallons then spilled into the beach, officials said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Over-enthusiastic Cher fan has stereo destroyed Aug 10, 2008
Environmental health officers were alerted to the unacceptable volume levels at Wiosna's property after complaints from a local resident, said a spokesman for the council ... The council's cabinet member for environmental health, Cllr Mike Forey, said: "We are committed to responding to the concerns of our community, especially when it comes to issues that affect their quality of life. "In this case, the swift and effective actions of environmental health officers enabled the issue to be dealt... (BBC News -- UK)
Campuses to add notification system Aug 10, 2008
"It turned out well," Jerilyn Roberts, environmental health and safety manager, said. "It shows where you need to improve." One such area, she said, was to make sure contact information in the system is correct and as current as possible. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Senate Appropriations Committee Rejects 25-Cent Tax on California Grocery Bags Aug 9, 2008
The Progressive Bag Affiliates of the American Chemistry Council and Statewide Consumer Groups Applaud Committee's Decision SACRAMENTO, Calif. Aug. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- A bill which would have placed a twenty-five cent tax on every plastic bag provided by a grocery store in California failed to pass the Senate Appropriations Committee on Thursday. (PR Newswire)
It's not butterflies in campers' stomachs Aug 9, 2008
"All of our overnight camps are completed now," said Andrew Suflita, director of environmental health in Schenectady, where there are four or five overnight camps. "Inspectors did do reviews of medical logs and they did not show any problems with GI illness.". (Albany Times Union)
West Nile virus cases surface around Western Slope Aug 9, 2008
The threat of West Nile is there, said Richard Thompson, environmental health manager for Montrose County Health and Human Services ... Although no human cases have been reported in Delta County, environmental health director Ken Nordstrom said people should continue taking safety precautions. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Water problems believed solved in Denmark; Advisory remains pending test results Aug 9, 2008
Melissa Tyler, environmental health manager at the Bamberg County Health Department, handles restaurant inspections. She said she contacted every restaurant in the city about the advisory, with the decision to close their doors or not left to them. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
DeKalb restaurant inspections back online Aug 9, 2008
net and click on Environmental Health. Vote for this story. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Tumor Suppressor Inhibits Cell Growth Aug 9, 2008
Funding for this study was provided by grants from the Tobacco Related Disease Research Program, the National Institute of Environmental Health Science and the Superfund Basic Research Program. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS.. (Science Daily)
Oregon Recreation Report Aug 9, 2008
For health information, contact Ken Kauffman, DHS Environmental Health Specialist at (971)673-0435. Angling for warmwater species should be good. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Friday Feature: Maryland Defensive Lineman Mack Frost Aug 9, 2008
The 10-month program has enabled Frost to foster a growing passion for preservation and to receive credit toward his pursuit of a Master of Environmental Health Sciences degree. "I see him coming into the football complex every day wearing a shirt and tie," said Maryland defensive line coach. (Umterps.com)
Council approves joining Farmington River conservation compact Aug 9, 2008
"It seems like an opportunity to make money available to do research," GOP Minority Leader Donald Jepsen said, "The more you learn the better." The resolution adopted by the council Aug. 4 at town hall recognizes the town's voluntary commitment to protect and enhance the water resources of the watershed, including water quality, the integrity of the normal stream and groundwater flows and "the flora and fauna of these aquatic ecosystems." It also encompasses supporting efforts to "link and... (Windsor Journal, CT)
No news is good news Aug 9, 2008
On Monday, Christopher Gabrys, environmental health assistant with the Bureau/Putnam County Health Department, announced no mosquito samples collected so far this year in the two-county area have tested positive for West Nile virus. Mosquito traps are set up in Ohio, Princeton, Seatonville, Spring Valley, Lake Thunderbird, Hennepin, and Granville/Mark. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Surging bus demand in King County meets gridlock Aug 8, 2008
Surging demand for transit in King County meets political gridlock - Puget Sound Business Journal (Seattle). Members: Not Registered. (Puget Sound Business Journal, WA)
Ghana, second "dirtiest" country in West Africa Aug 8, 2008
He said sewerage systems are virtually non-existent in Ghana apart from Tema and some satellite systems in parts of Accra, Kumasi and a few other cities, noting, "According to the Environmental Health and Sanitation Directorate, only about 4.5percent of Ghanaians have access to these sewerage systems. But even then, apart from Tema, many of these satellite systems are found within institutions like government ministries, academic institutions, and hospitals rather than settlements.". Lorretta... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Toxins linger even in clean laundry Aug 8, 2008
Recipe courtesy of the Environmental Health Association of Nova Scotia). . (KHOU.com, TX)
