All Entries in the "Environmental Health" Category
Farmworker Community Health and Pesticides in the Golden State: Leadership or a Tarnished Record?
Half of US grown fruits, nuts, and vegetables come from California fields, which all depend on the hard work of approximately 700,000 farmworkers. The state’s approach to pesticide use has critical implications for workers and their families, as well as the rest of nation that often relies on the example of policies adopted in California.
New Study: CA Pregnant Women Have Highest Reported Levels of Flame Retardants
A UCSF study published in Environmental Science and Technology today shows the highest reported level of flame retardant chemicals in California pregnant women. PBDEs can disrupt the thyroid system and have been linked to neurodevelopmental problems in children following prenatal exposure
PSR-LA Stands Up to the EPA Over Smog in Los Angeles Basin
PSR-LA is leading the way with a challenge to hold the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency accountable for meeting its own clean air standards according to the Clean Air Act. The EPA missed a May 2011 deadline to determine whether the ozone level in the region is hazardous to public health, which would help enact tougher limits on pollution from cars, trucks, ships and refineries.
LA Health and Climate: Advancing Healthy and Resilient Communities Through Adaptation and Changes in Planning
Climate change has the potential to cause widespread injuries and death related to natural disasters, displacement, heat-related illnesses, malnutrition, and air and water pollution. If we do not act now, we may face a great social and ecological disaster with the impacts felt most acutely by society’s most vulnerable populations: women, children, the poor and [...]
July 26 – California Energy Commission workshop on nuclear power
The California Energy Commission is holding a workshop on nuclear power July 26, 2011 in Sacramento to review California utilities’ progress in completing studies and actions recommended by the CEC and directives by the CPUC during ongoing and future plant license renewal evaluations for Diablo Canyon and the San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station.
2nd Annual Toxies: Putting Toxic Chemicals on the Red Carpet
While red carpet events are common in Tinsel Town, none are quite “The Toxies.” On June 16th, 2011 at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood, ten “bad actor chemicals” strutted their toxic way down the red carpet at this 2nd annual event!
Suspected Toxins Found in Baby Products
CA law requires consumer products be extremely fire resistant. The result is that manufacturers add fire retardants to those products to meet those standards. These fire retardants are supposed to make things burn slower, and thereby protect people. However, scientists are raising a red flag, saying that these chemicals are an even bigger danger to children.
From Molecules to Movements: a recap
On May 6 Physicians for Social Responsibility-Los Angeles, co-sponsored a day-long symposium, “From Molecules to Movements: Building the New Green Economy from the Ground Up,” which provided a forum for exploring green chemistry, education, and economic development.
Rx for Survival 2011: Local Medical Students Empowered by Student PSR Conference
by Jessica Reid and Neal Tambe, USC Medical Student The 2011 ‘Rx for Survival’ conference held at the George Washington University campus in Washington D.C. brought together medical and other health professional students from across the country to learn about social justice and medical advocacy. Organized by a team of dedicated medical student leaders, the [...]
“From Molecules to Movements” on Green Chemistry
PSR-LA’s recent day- long symposium “From Molecules to Movements: Building the New Green Economy from the Ground Up” provided a forum for exploring green chemistry, education, and economic development. Participants included more than 150 high school students from South Los Angeles, and representatives from over 30 community-based organizations and businesses.
Announcing New PSR-LA Board Member: Dr. Richard J. Jackson
Richard Jackson, MD, MPH, is an internationally recognized environmental health expert who has done extensive work on the impact of the environment on health, particularly relating to children. He has centered on studies relating to epidemiology, infectious diseases and toxicology as the Chair of Environmental Health Sciences at UCLA. We are proud to announce Dr. [...]
Clean Air Advocates To Challenge EPA On Smog Enforcement
Clean air advocates in California’s polluted San Joaquin Valley and L.A. Basin announced today their intent to sue the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for its failure to enforce 30-year old pollution standards required by the Clean Air Act.
The 2011 Toxies – June 16
Are you ready to walk the red carpet? How about the excitement of the awards ceremony? Or maybe just the afterparty… Please join PSR-LA and the CHANGE Coalition at the Egyptian Theater in Hollywood on June 16th to make some noise for bad actor chemicals at the 2nd Annual Toxies!
June 4 – Get Healthy Pasadena 2011 with MEMAH
FREE health screenings will be available for: prostate, diabetes, cholesterol, stroke, blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), vision, hearing and dental. This is valued at $700 for men and $600 for women. If you complete two or more screenings you get a FREE breakfast or lunch and one evening concert ticket to hear Barbara Morrison at 7:00 PM.
Eight California Senators Obstruct Opportunity to Reduce Toxic Chemical Exposure
Last night, eight California State Senators, charged with supporting business, jobs and economic development for California voted against a measure that would provide green business opportunities and improve fire safety for the state as well as curb global exposure to illness-causing chemicals.