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May 2018
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 9 View the IssueAbout the Cover Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. Smoking and radon are the leading causes of lung cancer. Environmental risks are inversely related to inc...
March 2022
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 84, Number 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover Slow cooling of hot foods is a common pathogen proliferation factor contributing to restaurant-related outbreaks of foodborne illness. While the Food and Drug Admi...
March 2020
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 82, Number 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover Incidence of tickborne diseases is increasing in the U.S. and is a concern to the public. As environments are becoming more suitable for sustaining tick population...
March 2019
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 81, Number 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover In a review of Legionnaires鈥� disease outbreaks reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2000鈥�2014, 85% of outbreaks were caused by pro...
March 2018
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover The legalization of cannabis for medical and recreational use in the U.S. has expanded over the past few years, with more states looking to implement legalization on ...
March 2017
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 79, No. 7 View the IssueAbout the Cover Past and recent foodborne illness outbreaks continue to illustrate the difficulties in determining when to go public with food safety information about potential pub...
Laws to Exempt Retail Foods From State Oversight Are on the Rise
Date posted: Thursday, March 4, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDNEHA has been able to identify 41 bills in 24 states in the 2021鈥�2022 state legislative session that relate to cottage foods (i.e., bills the relax or eliminate food safety requir...
June 2021
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 83, Number 10 View the IssueAbout the CoverEven as we continue to deal with the current COVID-19 pandemic, we need to prepare for future pandemics. The purpose of the special report featured on this issue鈥檚...
June 2020
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 82, Number 10 View the IssueAbout the Cover Environmental public health (EPH) practitioners are faced with an increasing scope and scale of population health challenges. This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淚ncreas...
June 2019
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 81, Number 10 View the IssueAbout the Cover The Journal is very pleased to feature on this month鈥檚 cover the published results from a groundbreaking initiative鈥擴nderstanding the Needs, Challenges, Opportuni...
June 2017
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 79, No. 10 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article explores the investigation that resulted from an uncommon outbreak of salmonellosis linked to a splash pad. The authors also conducted a s...
June 2016
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 78, No. 10 View the IssueAbout the Cover When deciding where to dine out, do you consult an online restaurant review site such as Yelp, Urbanspoon, TripAdvisor, or one of the many others? These reviews prov...
July/August 2022
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 85, Number 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover Environmental health professionals are essential to foodborne illness outbreak investigations, although many do not receive formal training in this area. This issu...
July/August 2021
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 84, Number 1 View the IssueAbout the CoverExposure to elevated carbon monoxide (CO) concentrations can cause an array of health problems or even death. Of increasing concern are CO-related poisonings and fa...
July/August 2019
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 82, Number 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover Pesticide residue in honey is becoming a growing concern because of the potential human health effects and negative impacts on beehives. Urban beehives can be subj...
July/August 2018
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 81, Number 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover The purpose of this issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淐ontinued Reduction of Particulate Matter in Bars Six Months After Adoption of a Smoke-Free Ordinance,鈥� was to measure ...
July/August 2017
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 1 View the IssueAbout the Cover Approximately 11% of foodborne outbreaks caused by Clostridium perfringens occur in correctional facilities. This issue鈥檚 cover article investigates an outbreak cause...
January/February 2022
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 84, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover The Moscow Mule cocktail is traditionally served in a copper mug. Given the acidic nature of the drink, there is increasing concern that copper can leach into the ...
January/February 2021
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 83, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover The significant proportion of foodborne illnesses attributed to restaurants highlights the importance of food establishment inspections. The objectives of this iss...
January/February 2020
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 82, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover Water quality trading is a market-based mechanism that aims to improve water quality in a way that maximizes economic efficiency while conserving environmental int...
January/February 2018
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover Carrying: to support and move (someone or something) from one place to another; a violation in the game of basketball that occurs when the dribbling player continues ...
January/February 2017
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 79, No. 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 featured article, 鈥淟ung Cancer Worry and Home Screening for Radon and Secondhand Smoke in Renters,鈥� explored the relationships between demographic factor...
January/February 2016
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 78, Number 6 View the IssueAbout the Cover In this issue鈥檚 cover feature, 鈥淪afety Evaluation of Metal Exposure From Commonly Used Hair Dyes and Tattoo Inks in Nigeria,鈥� the authors found that tattoo ink sam...
Introduction to Food Security Awareness
Course handbook provides instruction for increasing awareness of the threat of intentional contamination and reducing the risk of intentional contamination in the US food supply, with a focus on prevention rather than reaction.Go to ToolApproxim...
IAFP Procedures to Investigate Foodborne Illness Forms
Online PDF packet of IAFP forms and example templates to be used during foodborne and waterborne illness outbreak investigations. The IAFP forms are taken directly from the IAFP Procedures to Investigate Foodborne Illness guidebook.Go to Tool&nb...
Guidelines for Specimen Collection
Quick reference table describing basic guidelines for when to collect, how to collect, collection methods, storage, and transportation of clinical specimens (bulk stool, blood, vomitus, rectal swabs, etc) organized by potential agent.Go to ToolA...
Foodborne Pathogen Webinar Series
Get back to basics during Food Safety Education Month. During this 4-part webinar series, subject matter experts shared their expertise on foodborne pathogens like Salmonella, Vibrio, Cyclospora, and norovirus. Don't miss this opportunity to div...
Foodborne Illness: What Problem?
Video for novice outbreak investigation team members highlighting the burden of foodborne illness, introduction to the changing food industry, and impacts on public health.Go to TrainingApproximate length: 11 minutesRequirements: NoneCost: FreeF...
Food Safety Remains Top Government Concern
July 20, 2022Congress must be disappointed with food safety constantly being considered second to drug concerns at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)."Food safety is currently a second-class citizen at the Food and Drug Administration", said...
Food Safety Education Month
Each September, we celebrate National Food Safety Education Month by highlighting the tools and resources we offer around food safety education, and recognizing our members who work diligently to maintain safe food across the country. Our food s...
FD207 Plan Review Course
Course OverviewThis free, five-day, virtual course provides a comprehensive overview of the plan review process for retail food establishments based on menu and food preparation procedures with an end goal of reducing foodborne illnesses resulti...
FD204 Temporary Food Establishments Course
Course OverviewThis free, four-day, virtual course prepares participants to effectively conduct:An application reviewA menu reviewAn inspection of a temporary food establishment (TFE) and institute corrective actionsThe course also focuses on:Pr...
乐播传媒 Support in the U.S. Virgin Islands
The USVI 乐播传媒 Services project consists of six two-week long workforce and food safety trainings. In February, NEHA conducted the first two-week training with the USVI Department of Health, 乐播传媒 division.The proje...
Enacted State Food Legislation
Date posted: Thursday, September 23, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDState legislatures introduced several hundred bills related to food during the 2021 legislative sessions. Almost every state introduced legislation regarding food. From food ...
Declaration on Food Safety and National Food Safety Education Month, September 2020
Publication Date: September 2020We support National Food Safety Education Month and are dedicated to reducing the burden of disease caused by foodborne illness and supporting food safety education through training, credentialing, and partnership...
December 2021
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 84, Number 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover Environmental health is historically an overlooked and underrated discipline. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the value of environmental health and environmental...
December 2017
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淓nvironmental Factors and Fluctuations in Daily Crime Rates,鈥� explores the relationships between ambient air pollutant levels, weather va...
December 2016
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 79, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover Growing evidence shows that interpersonal skills鈥攕uch as communication, patience, empathy, respect, and consideration鈥攁re essential for conducting regulatory inspecti...
Cultural Food Safety iOS App
Downloadable free application providing information on food preparation, handling practices, and considerations for cultural foods organized by region, faith, and processes.Cultural Foods Safety App from the Tennessee Integrated Food Safety Cent...
Cultural Food Safety App
Downloadable free application providing information on food preparation, handling practices, and considerations for cultural foods organized by region, faith, and processes.Apple Store Google Play Cultural Foods Safety App from the Tennessee Int...
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Resources
During power outages after hurricanes/typhoons, major flooding or other extreme weather events, residents can be at risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning if portable generators are not properly used. CO is an odorless and colorless gas that can...
Bulk Stool Specimen Collection
One-page step-by-step instruction handout to provide individuals who are giving a bulk stool specimen.Approximate length: 1 pageRequirements: None FreeGo to ToolHandoutIntegrated Food Safety Centers of Excellence (CoE)Colorado CoE...
Bad Bug Book (2nd Edition)
Handbook of foodborne pathogenic microorganisms and natural toxins. In depth handbook provides detailed information each foodborne agent including disease frequency, sources, at risk populations, transmission, trends, etc.Go to ToolApproximate L...
April 2022
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 84, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Governmental food safety professionals (FSPs) play a critical role in verifying that the food industry is fulfilling its responsibilities. Without the ability to a...
April 2021
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 83, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the CoverEnvironmental health officers are exposed to various physical, chemical, biological, and psychosocial hazards as frontline public health professionals. These exposu...
April 2020
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 82, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) is a man-made chemical with a variety of uses, including coatings for nonstick cookware and food packaging, waterproof fabrics, and f...
April 2019
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 81, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Proper hand washing practices in food service establishments are important for the adequate reduction of microorganisms on hands and to reduce the risk of foodborn...
April 2018
Journal of 乐播传媒 Volume 80, No. 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover This issue鈥檚 cover article, 鈥淥rganizational Characteristics of Local Health Departments and 乐播传媒 Services and Activities,鈥� explores the association be...