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Health Status US EPA

WebHealth is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not the mere absence of disease or infirmity. 1 An overarching goal of public health

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Biden-Harris Administration Finalizes Critical Rule to Clean up …

WebWASHINGTON – Today, April 19, 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking another step in its efforts to protect people from the health risks …

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Health Topics US EPA

WebHealth Topics. EPA’s mission is to protect human health and the environment, including protecting children’s health. Keep informed about EPA’s research …

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One Health US EPA

WebContact Us to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem. Last updated on April 11, 2024. A holistic approach to advancing human well-being that …

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How Does PM Affect Human Health

WebFine particles (PM 2.5) pose the greatest health risk. These fine particles can get deep into lungs and some may even get into the bloodstream. Exposure to these …

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Climate Change Impacts on Health US EPA

WebOverview. Health is key to our well-being, happiness, and general quality of life. It is also important for economic progress and productivity. A person’s health may …

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Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Grant Condition Waiver

WebAbout ESAs. Starting in October 1979 and continuing for nearly a decade thereafter, EPA Region 2 applied a special condition to many wastewater facilities’ construction grants …

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Research on Health Effects from Air Pollution US EPA

WebResearch on Health Effects from Air Pollution. Decades of research have shown that air pollutants such as ozone and particulate matter (PM) increase the amount …

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Understanding the Connections Between Climate Change and …

WebThe effects of climate change also affect people’s mental health. In particular, climate- or weather-related disasters can increase the risk of adverse mental …

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Health Risk of Radon US EPA

WebThe study fully supports EPA estimates that radon causes about 15,000 lung cancer deaths per year. The ISBN number for the book is 0-309-056454-4; National …

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Climate Change and Human Health US EPA

WebClimate change affects people’s health in two main ways: By changing the seriousness or frequency of health problems that people already face. By creating new …

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Radiation Health Effects US EPA

WebRadiation Health Effects. Ionizing radiation. has sufficient energy to affect the atoms in living cells and thereby damage their genetic material (DNA). Fortunately, the …

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Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) US EPA

WebWe spend about 90% of our time indoors. Indoor Air Quality affects everyone, especially the most vulnerable - children, the elderly, and people with health …

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Our Current Understanding of the Human Health and

WebReproductive effects such as decreased fertility or increased high blood pressure in pregnant women. Developmental effects or delays in children, including low …

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Care for Your Air: A Guide to Indoor Air Quality US EPA

WebFor example, high humidity keeps the air moist and increases the likelihood of mold. Keep indoor humidity between 30 and 50 percent. Use a moisture or humidity …

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PFAS Explained US EPA

WebEPA is committed to providing meaningful, understandable, and actionable information on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances – known as PFAS – to the American …

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Can mold cause health problems

WebMolds have the potential to cause health problems. Molds produce allergens (substances that can cause allergic reactions), irritants, and in some cases, potentially …

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Human Health Issues Related to Pesticides US EPA

WebThe health effects of pesticides depend on the type of pesticide. Some, such as the organophosphates and carbamates, affect the nervous system. Others may …

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Questions and Answers about Designation of PFOA and PFOS as …

WebWhat does the rule require? When do these requirements go into effect? The direct effects of the rule require: Releases of PFOA and PFOS that meet or exceed the …

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Basic Information about Lead in Drinking Water US EPA

WebIn 2011, changes to the Safe Drinking Water Act reduced the maximum allowable lead content -- that is, content that is considered "lead-free" -- to be a weighted …

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Search for Superfund Sites Where You Live US EPA

WebNational Priorities List and Superfund Alternative Approach Sites. Search for sites proposed to, currently on, and deleted from Superfund's National Priorities List …

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Environmentally Sensitive Area (ESA) Grant Condition Waiver …

WebA waiver is an exemption to the ESA grant condition granted by the EPA Region 2, allowing the connection of a project proposed for a parcel containing ESAs to …

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PFAS Enforcement Discretion and Settlement Policy Under CERCLA

WebPFAS Enforcement Discretion Settlement Policy Under CERCLA (pdf) (372.5 KB, 4/19/2024) On April 19, 2024, the EPA announced that it was designating two types …

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Hazardous Waste Cleanup: Clean Earth of North Jersey

WebSite Description. The Clean Earth of North Jersey, Inc. (CENJ) site is located on approximately six acres of land in Kearny, Hudson County, New Jersey. The site has …

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Supplemental Guidance on Providing Waste Data in GAP Progress …

WebThis Supplemental Guidance identifies EPA policies and recommended procedures for coordinating activities related to assistance agreements awarded under …

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Lower Hackensack River Bergen and Hudson Counties New …

Web1004530.0016.001.01-B4353 . Lower Hackensack River . Bergen and Hudson Counties

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