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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.
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.
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.
PSR-LA Physicians In The News
PSR-LA is proud of the recent accomplishments of Dr. Bob Dodge and Dr. Tova Fuller. Dr. Dodge traveled the United States with Dr. Ira Helfand and and Col. Richard Klass (retired) on a speaking tour and has published two op-eds. Dr. Tova Fuller received the Lown-Alexander-Sidel Award for excellence in medical advocacy.
May 6 – From Molecules to Movements
How can the new green economy reduce toxic exposures, improve access to safer alternatives, while offering more Californians a way out of poverty? Join us May 6th to discuss this question with public health, business, government, labor, justice, and environmental advocates
Nuclear Power: Health, Preparedness, and Prevention
PSR-LA extends our deepest sympathy to the people of Japan. As physicians and public health professionals, we are deeply concerned about the threat this nuclear disaster poses to public health and the environment on a local and global scale.
April 13 – Israel and Nuclear Weapons
Dr. Avner Cohen, Senior Fellow at the Center for Nonproliferation Studies (Washington D.C.), is widely known for his path-breaking history of the Israeli nuclear program, is an internationally recognized author and expert on nonproliferation issues, focusing on the Middle East.
April 6 – Cumulative Impacts in LA: Public Health’s Role in Emerging Policy Solutions
Please join us in an educational forum and dialogue with public health leaders about the problem of cumulative environmental impacts and the disproportionate impact on low-income communities of color. This session will examine the latest research on toxic hot spots, underlying social determinants and emerging policy solutions.
March 28 – Honoring Japan: A Non-nuclear Future
Bring a friend, candles, and a cardboard sign with your message or wish for a non-nuclear future for Japan, the US, and the world to this candlelight vigil.
Why Does California Require Exposure to Toxic Flame Retardants? Time to Fix It.
On February 1, Executive Director Martha Dina Argüello joined State Senator Mark Leno, fire scientists, environmental advocates, and public health leaders, at a press conference in Sacramento on Tuesday, where new legislation was announced that will create an alternative fire safety standard in California.
California Needs Clean Cars for Cleaner Air!
Nothing is more important than freeing ourselves from oil—for public health, economic, environmental, and national security reasons. California relies on petroleum fuels for 97% of our transportation fuel, which holds us hostage to volatile oil prices. In fact, spikes in oil prices have preceded the last four recessions.
Nov 10 — Legislative Briefing on Environmental Toxins and Disparities
PSR-LA is continuing our commitment to educating legislators and their staff on the emerging public health science and advocacy opportunities by partnering with the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
October 29 — Telling the Story of Toxics and Health
Please join PSR-LA for this unique speaker training conducted by professional media and speaking coach, Allegory, leading state chemical policy experts, and local community leaders. Participants will include health professionals, environmental health and justice leaders and reproductive justice advocates.
October 19 — “Beating Back Bed Bugs” Workshop in LA Shows How to Protect Property and Health
Bed bugs have re-emerged as a public health threat in five-star hotels, apartments, dorm rooms, and homes. You can learn how to prevent bed bug infestations and provide effective, safe treatment in case they occur — attend the comprehensive workshop, “Beating Back Bedbugs” on Tuesday, October 19th.
October 10 — Rally to Kick Coal and Oil Out of Los Angeles
On October 10, people across the planet will join together for the 10/10/10 Global Work Party, the world’s largest day of action to fight the climate crisis. Globally, there are 3,427 events scheduled in 165 countries. In Los Angeles, hundreds of community members from all parts of the city will rally at City Hall to break our city’s reliance on coal and oil.