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Legionnaires disease is severely under reported. This means that a greater problem exists.
Did you know that something as innocuous as a glass of water could harbor potentially harmful substances? It's time to dive into the world of exposure science and uncover the truth about PFAS (per- and...
The communities affected by Hurricane Idalia not only have to deal with the immediate impact of the storm's destruction but also face a hidden danger to human health. Although the immediate aftermath ...
A recent survey indicates that 50% of Americans have a sweet tooth. Other countries like Germany and the UK have an even higher percentage of the population that report liking sweet foods. Because we ...
While communities are currently dealing with the primary destruction caused by Hurricane Ian, other health-impacting issues could develop as a result of the storm’s effect on remaining buildings and infrastructure. Often these appear as a result of conditions that are favorable to the growth of biological organisms that are human health hazards. A brief summary … Hurricanes And Health Read More »
The Problem with checking your own homework Monday December 22, 2008, an environmental disaster struck in Kingston, Tennessee. Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)’s Kingston Fossil Plant released 1.1 billion gallons of coal ash into the nearby Clinch and Emory Rivers and covered nearly 300 acres of surrounding land. The coal ash damaged numerous homes and building … How Unregulated Coal Ash Disposal Can Result in Groundwater Contamination Read More »
*This blog contains updated information from a previous version* Stay at home orders from government officials in response to the SARS-CoV-2 virus and the resulting COVID-19 disease has resulted in closure of numerous business and buildings. Closing buildings abruptly could have unintended consequences if building owners and operators did not take proactive steps before closure … Building Owners/Operators and COVID-19: Human Health Risks in Closed Buildings Read More »
