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EJSCREEN: Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping Tool
Environmental justice mapping and screening tool combining environmental and demographic data in maps and reports.EJSCREEN: Environmental Justice Screening and Mapping ToolResource Type: Federal ToolsSource Description: In order to better meet t...
Preparedness Webinars
We aim to improve the capacity of environmental health to address emergency health threats and improve the national preparedness, response, and recovery framework. Review the webinars for up-to-date information on community preparedness topics a...
E-Learning
Our online education platform contains our entire library of training and webinars which are free to all active 呦乐园 members and can be used to earn continuing education credits (CEs) towards a 呦乐园 credential.Follow these steps to access the co...
Dr. Bailus Walker, Jr. Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Award
This award is given annually to recognize an individual or group who has made significant achievements in developing or enhancing a more culturally diverse, inclusive, and competent environment. The qualified individual or group will demonstrate...
Donations
Invest in the Future of Environmental HealthYour donation supports 呦乐园鈥檚 mission to equip environmental health professionals with the training, resources, and connections they need to make a difference for their communities. By contributing, yo...
Developing an Asynchronous Training on Role of Environmental Health Specialists in Maintaining Environmental Data Integrity
Since 2003, the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has been collecting statewide data for Environmental Health (EH) programs which have helped the agency move towards making data-driven decisions. In 2019, VDH transitioned to a new cloud-based ...
Dermacentor variabilis Surveillance Method
There are several methods for tick surveillance including both active and passive methods. These include tick drags and tick collections from animals. Active surveillance is used to determine whether a species of tick is established within a cer...
Dermacentor andersoni Surveillance Method
There are several methods for tick surveillance including both active and passive methods. These include tick drags and tick collections from animals. Active surveillance is used to further determine whether a species of tick is established with...
Declaration on National Preparedness Month, September 2020
Publication Date: September 2020We support National Preparedness Month and advocate for national, state, and local policies, regulations, research, and resources that enhance the ability of environmental health professionals to contribute to and...
Declaration on Food Safety and National Food Safety Education Month, September 2020
Publication Date: September 2020We support National Food Safety Education Month and are dedicated to reducing the burden of disease caused by foodborne illness and supporting food safety education through training, credentialing, and partnership...
Declaration on COVID-19 Vaccination, January 2021
Publication Date: January 2021One of the foremost methods to promote public health and wellness are vaccines. We encourage our members and the entire environmental health community to get vaccinated for COVID-19 at the first opportunity and to a...
Declaration on 100% Clean Energy by 2030
Publication Date: November 2018We are committed to working towards 100% clean energy use by 2030. We will employ administrative, educational, engineering, and fiscal measures to meet this goal.Declaration on 100% Clean Energy by 2030 | PDF...
December 2021 Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services
Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services ColumnJournal of Environmental Health (Volume 84, Number 5)Editor's Note: The National Environmental Health Association strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health ...
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...
December 2020 Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services
Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services ColumnJournal of Environmental Health (Volume 83, Number 5)Editor's Note: The National Environmental Health Association strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health ...
December 2020
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 83, Number 5 View the Issue About the Cover To contain the COVID-19 outbreak and mobilize mitigation efforts, public health surv...
December 2019 Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services
Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services ColumnDecember 2019 Journal of Environmental Health (Volume 82, Number 5) Editor's Note: 呦乐园 strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health and to build partnerships ...
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 2018 Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services
Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services ColumnDecember 2018 Journal of Environmental Health (Volume 81, Number 5) Editor's Note: 呦乐园 strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health and to build partnerships ...
December 2018
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 81, Number 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淏arriers to Managing Private Wells and Septic Systems in Underserved Communities: Mental Models of Homeowner Decision Making,鈥� explore...
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 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 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover In July 2013, an outbreak of Legionnaires鈥� disease occurred at a long-term care facility in a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. A total of 39 cases were confirmed; of those c...
Data.gov
Federal government's website to promote open data and accountability. Aims to increase citizen participation, economic development, and improve decision making.Data.govResource Type: Open DataSource Description: Data.gov is the federal governmen...
Current Issue
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 88, Number 1 View the Issue About the Cover Environmental public health operates at the intersection of the environment and human health. The purpose of this...
Cultural Food Safety iOS App
Downloadable free application providing information on food preparation, handling practices, and considerations for cultural foods organized by region, faith, and processes.Cultural Foods Safety App from the Tennessee Integrated Food Safety Cent...
Cultural Food Safety App
Downloadable free application providing information on food preparation, handling practices, and considerations for cultural foods organized by region, faith, and processes.Apple Store Google Play Cultural Foods Safety App from the Tennessee Int...
Culiseta melanura Surveillance Method
Surveillance methods are used to understand local mosquito populations. Surveillance techniques should be targeted at mosquito species that can transmit disease to people. Active surveillance needs to be utlized to identify and control Culiseta ...
Culex tarsalis Surveillance Method
Surveillance methods are used to understand local mosquito populations. Surveillance techniques should be targeted at mosquito species that can transmit disease to people. Active surveillance needs to be utilized to identify and control Culex ta...
Culex quinquefasciatus Surveillance Method
Surveillance methods are used to understand local mosquito populations. Surveillance techniques should be targeted at mosquito species that can transmit disease to people. Active surveillance needs to be utilized to identify and control Culex qu...
Culex pipiens Surveillance Method
Surveillance methods are used to understand local mosquito populations. Surveillance techniques should be targeted at mosquito species that can transmit disease to people. Active surveillance needs to be utilized to identify and control Culex pi...
Ctenocephalides canis, Ctenocephalides felis, Xenopsylla cheopis, Echidnophaga gallinacea Surveillance Method
There is not a national surveillance program in place to identify flea species or to gather information such as population counts or disease incidence and prevalence amongst fleas, although there is a program in place to identify flea-borne dise...
Credential Renewal
呦乐园 credentials are valid for two years after which they must be renewed. Renewal notices are sent to the email addresses included in your My呦乐园 account. To renew a 呦乐园 credential the credential holder must: Su...
Credential Exam Hours
ExamDurationDescriptionREHS/RS4 hours(2, 2-hour periods with a 10-minute break)250 multiple choice questionsCP-FS2.5 hours(no scheduled break)140 multiple choice questionsCCFS2.5 hours (no scheduled break)135 multiple choice questionsCFSSA3 hour...
Credential Code of Ethics
As an environmental professional, credentialed by the National Environmental Health Association, I hereby acknowledge, accept, and agree to abide by the following code of conduct and ethics:I shall endeavor to keep myself current and informed an...
CP-FS: Principles and Applications of Food Safety Science
The Certified Professional鈥揊ood Safety (CP-FS): Principles and Applications of Food Safety Science course was developed by industry experts from across the country. It was recently updated to align with the FDA National Curriculum Standards ...
CP-FS Credential Exam Content & Scores
The CP-FS exam consists of:140 questions; 120 are scored and 20 are unscored pilot questionsCandidates have two hours and 30 minutes to complete the examReview the exam outline of the seven content areas included in the exam and the percentage a...
CP-FS Credential Eligibility & Application
Eligibility RequirementsCandidates must meet all of the criteria for one of the following Tracks to be eligible to apply for the CP-FS exam.Bachelor's degree in any subjectOrAssociate's degreeValid, unexpired Certified Professional Food Manager ...
COVID-19 Early Care and Education Collaborative
Early in the COVID-19 pandemic response the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) provided support to establish the COVID-19 Early Care and Education (ECE) Collaborative. Collaborative members worked to identify needs and gaps...
Courses & Certifications
Courses and certifications can enhance knowledge, skill, and professional growth opportunities. Obtaining professional credentials and certifications displays your dedication to your profession. Difference Between Credentials & Ce...
County Health Rankings
Ranking of health data from nearly every county in the U.S., including data on high school graduation rates, obesity, smoking, unemployment, access to healthy foods, the quality of air and water, income inequality, and teen births.County Health ...
Coquillettidia perturbans Surveillance Method
Surveillance methods are used to understand local mosquito populations. Surveillance techniques should be targeted at mosquito species that can transmit disease to people. Active surveillance needs to be utilized to identify and control Cq. pert...
Authors & Contributors
The foremost mission of the Journal of Environmental Health (JEH) is to provide its readers with the latest research and advancements in environmental health and protection. Our authors, peer reviewers, and technical editorial board help support...
Continuing Education for Credentials
Credential RequirementsDuring the two-year credential period, the following continuing education contact hours must be earned to maintain the credential. We measure continuing education in contact hours. One "contact hour" is one clock hour of l...
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Congresswoman Lawrence Introduces the Environmental Health Workforce Act
Date posted: Saturday, May 15, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe Environmental Health Workforce Act (H.R. 2661) was introduced by Representative Brenda Lawrence (D-Michigan) on April 19, 2021. The act would require the Secretary of the U.S. ...
Congressperson Rob Wittman Visits Harris Teeter Store
April 25, 2022呦乐园 organized a site visit for Representative Rob Wittman (R-VA) at a local Harris Teeter grocery store in Williamsburg, Virginia, on Friday, April 22.Representative Wittman, cochair of the Congressional Public Health Caucus, work...
Congressional House Appropriations Markup of the Labor-HHS-Education Budget Provides Significant Increases to the Nation鈥檚 Public Health Infrastructure
Date posted: Friday, July 16, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe House Appropriations Labor-HHS-Education Subcommittee oversees the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) budget and released its markup budget this week. The subcommi...