Forecasters predict a record-breaking El Niño this year, bringing an increased likelihood of extreme weather that can impact the health and safety of our communities. Explore our evidence-based resources on staying safe during extreme weather events: wspehsu.ucsf.edu/projects/ext...

Extreme Weather - Western States PEHSU

Program Overview Extreme weather alterations are resulting in more varied temperatures, patterns, and natural disasters such as hurricanes, wildfires, droughts and flooding. These events in addition to overall weather shifts have an impact on children and pregnant people’s health. The WSPEHSU strives to bring awareness to this public health issue and has developed material on […]

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Are you a health care professional concerned about #wildfires? We have free, online, continuing education for docs, nurses, pub health & more! Certified via @CDCgov . wspehsu.ucsf.edu/main-resourc...

Check out this commentary from colleagues in the Lancet- "Childhood cancer: expanded treatment access is not enough" www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

Check out our UCSF OECM collegue Dr. Mark Miller's (UCSF Associate Physician in OECM) Collegium Ramazzini statement, now published in the European Journal of Oncology and Environmental Health: "Need to Enhance Research and Strengthen Policy for Prevention of Childhood Cancer"

Collegium Ramazzini Statement: Need to Enhance Research and Strengthen Policy for Prevention of Childhood Cancer | European Journal of Oncology and Environmental Health

Incidence rates of many childhood cancers have increased at an average of about 1% per year in the U.S., Europe and Latin America.  A growing literature links increased risk for childhood cancer to a range of exposures during preconception, pregnancy and early childhood. Tobacco, benzene and ionizing radiation are among the prenatal exposures linked to pediatric cancer. Exposures to pesticides and outdoor air pollution have emerged as additional risk factors for pediatric cancer. Breastfeeding and prenatal folic acid use are protective against pediatric cancers.  The risks for pediatric cancer can be reduced by the international community focusing on prevention in public policies and enhancing efforts to reduce exposures to carcinogens during the prenatal period and early childhood.

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Wildfires can have major impacts on air quality and health, especially for children and pregnant people. Find local California Clean Air Centers with this vital tool: ww2.arb.ca.gov/cleanaircenters

California Clean Air Centers | California Air Resources Board

Important Information There are generally two types of Clean Air Centers:

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🗓️ 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸: Along with leaders in the children's health field, the WS PEHSU will be highlighting key action-focused health resources on 𝟳/𝟭𝟱 as part of EPA's Tools and Resources Webinar Series, everyone is invited! www.epa.gov/research-sta...

📬 Latest from "Promotores de Salud": Microplastics. This week's newsletter explains where they're found, what research says about health impacts, and simple ways to reduce exposures. Subscribe to read more and share these tips with your community: wspehsu.ucsf.edu/curriculum-t...

The EPA has released an updated 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘦 𝘚𝘮𝘰𝘬𝘦: 𝘈 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘶𝘣𝘭𝘪𝘤 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘭𝘴. We're proud to see the work of our WSPEHSU PI, Dr. Gina Solomon, cited in this important resource. 📖 Read the guide here: www.epa.gov/system/files...

Along with leaders in the children's health field, the WS PEHSU will be highlighting key action-focused health resources on 7/15 as part of EPA's Tools and Resources Webinar Series, everyone is invited! www.epa.gov/research-sta...

California Clean Air Day Microgrant! Up to $1,000 to raise awareness of Clean Air Day, clean the air or encourage participants to take actions that will clean the air, & engage 100+ participants: www.cleanairday.org/all-events/m...

TODAY at 11am PST! The Role of Environmental Health in Pediatric Oncology Clinical Practice, register here: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Proud to see CCEP partners Dr. Omar Shakeel and Dr. Nikki Wood featured in @TIME, sharing evidence-based ways to reduce exposure to potentially harmful chemicals at home and support cancer prevention.

How to Clean Your House Like an Oncologist

Cancer-fighting doctors share eight simple ways they limit chemical and pollution exposure at home.

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Children are especially vulnerable to wildfire smoke! Keep windows closed, improve indoor air with HEPA portable filters or MERV 13 filters if you have an HVAC. Wait for air to improve before going outside. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

Kids are more vulnerable to chemical exposures! They eat & breathe more & mouth things that may have chemicals on them. Regular handwashing, wet mopping & using a vacuum with a HEPA filter, & cleaning play spaces & toys with soap & water reduce exposures. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

American Academy of Pediatrics has some great materials for your family to help you get ready for, and manage, a chemical disaster. There are important actions we can all take! Learn more here: downloads.aap.org/AAP/PDF/Emer...

The most important thing to do when there are chemical disasters is to plan ahead! Read through this resource from American Red Cross & take steps to make sure you are ready. www.redcross.org/get-help/how...

The most important thing to do when there are chemical disasters is to plan ahead! Read through this resource from American Red Cross & take steps to make sure you are ready. www.redcross.org/get-help/how...

The most important thing to do when there are chemical disasters is to plan ahead! Read through this resource from American Red Cross & take steps to make sure you are ready. www.redcross.org/get-help/how...

Healthy environments before & during pregnancy support children’s health & development. Nutritious foods, prenatal vitamins, & reducing exposure to smoke & harmful chemicals support a healthier start. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

Indoor air quality is vital for a healthy home. But, some household products release chemicals that may affect health. When cooking, or using paints or sprays, open windows & use fans or exhaust systems. EPA Safer Choice Certified cleaning products are best! Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

Families can take simple steps to reduce pesticide exposure from food. Washing fruits and vegetables, removing outer leaves, and offering a variety of produce can help lower exposure while supporting healthy eating habits. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

Prenatal Exposure to OP Pesticides: Health outcomes & potential mechanisms Webinar next Tuesday 5/19! Please join us! Part of our Young EDC Scientists Showcase www.healthandenvironment.org/che-webinars...

Prenatal Exposure to OP Pesticides: Health outcomes & potential mechanisms

Organophosphates (OPs) are a common class of neurotoxic pesticides. Exposure at even low doses can disrupt healthy development, particularly during susceptible windows such as pregnancy. In this EDC.....

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"Leaning into the health benefits of nature contact stands the field of environmental health on its head." -Dr. Howard Frumkin Join us May 26 to hear from Frumkin about spending time in nature at our Omenn Lecture. RSVP and learn more: @uwsph.bsky.social deohs.washington.edu/news/how-con...

How contact with nature could make us healthier

Dr. Howard Frumkin gives Omenn Lecture in Environmental Health on May 26

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Protecting children’s health begins with reducing exposure when air quality is poor. Air pollution is associated with harmful health effects in children. Check the AQI, limit outdoor activity on poor air days, and avoid high-traffic areas when possible. Learn more: tinyurl.com/bdzfjd4w

Great to see colleague's, including Dr. Catherine Metayer, research in this recent article "Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to childhood leukemia, research suggests":

Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ linked to childhood leukemia, research suggests

Found in clothing, food packaging, cosmetics, the widespread use of PFAS is increasingly being associated with environmental and health concerns

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Check out our latest Childhood Cancer and the Environment Newsletter, focused on Reproductive Health, Environmental Exposures, and Childhood Cancer Risk! mailchi.mp/aecc2cba468b...

Staff Spotlight with our very own Dr. Marya Zlatnik. Dr. Zlatnik reminds us that protecting reproductive health requires awareness, clinical guidance, and stronger policies to reduce the harmful environmental exposures. Read it here: pehsu.net/reproductive...

The Role of the Environment in Reproductive Health

Meet Dr. Marya Zlatnik, a leader in maternal-fetal medicine, advancing understanding of environmental health in pregnancy.

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There's a fresh edition of the Children's Environmental Health for Promotores and Community Health Workers newsletter, available in English & Spanish! This material focuses on the health impacts of Unconventional Oil and Gas Production: bit.ly/CCEP_news

New Collegium Ramazzini Statement: "The international community of pediatric clinicians and public health professionals should adopt a new paradigm...focusing on prevention in public policies and enhancing efforts to reduce children’s exposures associated with increased incidence of pediatric cancer

Learn more about environmental exposures during the perinatal period and pediatric cancer risk from Joseph Wiemels, PhD on 4/27/26 from 12-1pm PST. us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...