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The resources below cover a variety of environmental health topics that may impact reproductive and child health and are for healthcare professionals, parents and caregivers, and public health professionals.
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Children's Health and Wildfires
Wildfire season is growing longer and wildfires are becoming more severe and frequent because of climate change. Families are encouraged to read the guidance below to help prevent or reduce exposure to wildfire smoke and ash. This information can also help guide discussions with your child's…
Q&A: PFAS Information for Families
This NW PEHSU factsheet answers commonly asked questions that families may have about per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine (NASEM) 2022 PFAS Report
This 2022 report summarizes the available evidence about PFAS exposure and potential health effects.
WA DOH PFAS Webpage
Washington state specific information and resources about PFAS exposure, public health advice, and WA state work being done to address PFAS contamination.
Q&A: Region 10 State Information on PFAS & Drinking Water
This NW PEHSU factsheet summarizes current (as of publish date in February 2023) PFAS drinking water regulations in Region 10.
Q&A: PFAS Information for Clinicians
This NW PEHSU factsheet answers commonly asked questions that clinicians may have about per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Alaska Department of Health Lead Webpage
This AK DHSS webpage offers information about childhood lead poisoning and prevention in Alaska.
Oregon Health Authority Lead Webpage
This OHA webpage offers information about childhood lead poisoning and prevention in Oregon.
Idaho Department of Health and Welfare Lead Webpage
This ID DHW webpage offers information about childhood lead poisoning and prevention in Idaho.
Washington Department of Health Lead Webpage
This WA DOH webpage offers information about childhood lead poisoning and prevention in Washington state.
No Level is Safe: A Review of Lead Poisoning and Prevention for Nursing Professionals
This 30 minute video for nurses discusses childhood lead poisoning and prevention.
1.0 CNE credit available: https://kcmsociety.org/preventing-childhood-lead-poisoning/
CDC Mission Unleaded: How to test children for lead with maximum accuracy
This CDC video provides tips & tricks for healthcare providers and laboratory staff on how to reduce the risk of contamination when performing blood lead testing.
Clinical Management of Lead Exposure In Pregnant and Lactating Women and the Breastfed Infant
This NW PEHSU factsheet contains best practice guidance around lead exposure in pregnant and breastfeeding individuals and breastfeeding infants.
Traditional Sources of Lead Exposures in Immigrant Populations
This NW PEHSU factsheet is meant to inform community members about potential sources of lead exposure from sources such as cosmetics, candies and spices, and consumer products that are commonly used in immigrant and refugee populations.
Traditional Sources of Lead Exposures in Immigrant Populations for Clinicians
This NW PEHSU factsheet is meant to inform healthcare providers about potential sources of lead exposure from sources such as cosmetics, candies and spices, and consumer products that are commonly used in immigrant and refugee populations.