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Volunteer

We are always looking for more members to contribute their expertise and time. Volunteering not only serves our association, but strengthens our field, advances member's skills and connections, and makes the work of environmental health professi...

Vectors & Pests

We work to improve capacity to identify and understand emerging vectors found in the United States.WebinarsOur vector & pests webinars provide up-to-date information on vector control topics and resources used to protect the public of the tr...

Vectors & Pests Webinars

We aim to improve our capacity to identify and understand emerging vectors found in the United States. Our webinars provide up-to-date information on vector control topics and resources used to protect the public from the transmission of vector-...

Vector Control Program Committee

MissionTo be a resource for environmental health professionals and NEHA leadership dedicated to developing resources, programs and fostering improved vector control programs to protect public health.DescriptionThe Vector Control Program Committe...

Vector Control Toolkit

The Vector Control Tools & Resources (VeCToR) Toolkit provides tools and resources for program improvement activities that are in line with the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention's 10 Essential Environmental Public Health...

Vector Control Assessment Blog

Date posted: Wednesday, August 10, 2022 - 16:00Blog poster: NEHA's Vector Program CommitteeVector control programs vary considerably across the United States. Mosquito surveillance and control tend to be funded more often that tick surveillance ...

Vector Control and Preparedness

Date posted: Thursday, October 7, 2021Blog poster: NEHA's Vector Program CommitteeNational Preparedness Month (NPM) is observed each September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for weather-related disasters and emergencies. Fo...

Vector and Pest Resources

Education Materials CDC Vector-Borne Diseases Education Materials Dengue Facts for ֲý Professionals Training CDC Vector Control Training ...

USGS Water Data

Collection of water resources data from 1.9 million sites located in all 50 states and various U.S. territories.USGS Water DataResource Type: Open DataSource Description: The USGS works with partners to monitor, assess, conduct targeted research...

United States Census Bureau

Provides facts and figures about U.S. residents, economy, and locations.United States Census BureauResource Type: Open Data...

Uncovering ֲý: An Initial Assessment of the Profession's Health Department Workforce and Practice

June 2019 Journal of ֲý (Volume 81, Number 10)The Journal is very pleased to feature on this month's cover the published results from a groundbreaking initiative—Understanding the Needs, Challenges, Opportunities, Vision, and E...

UNCOVER EH Resources

Reports, Interpretations, & Opinions Each of the articles below represents perspectives from experts on the challenges, needs, and next steps to ensure a strong environmental public health workforce.  ...

UNCOVER EH

The work of environmental public health professionals is critical to protect public health and the environment, yet these efforts often go unnoticed until problems occur (e.g., foodborne outbreaks, vector borne diseases, contaminated water supp...

U.S. House of Representatives Adopt Budgets for FY 2021

Date posted: Tuesday, July 21, 2020Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe U.S. Congress House Appropriations Committee dictates much of federal spending. The 12 House Appropriations Subcommittees finalized their FY 2021 spending bills for the full Ap...

Triatomine Bugs Surveillance Method

Surveillance techniques in the United States involve identifying immature stages of Triatomine bugs as well as screening the national blood supply for parasitic infection.Cases of Chagas disease are not currently required by federal law to be re...

Transcript Review

International EducationIndividuals who received their college or university higher education from outside the United States or its territories must provide an evaluation report from a third-party international education evaluation service to det...

Tobacco & ֲý

Environmental health professionals conduct a variety of activities to control tobacco exposure:Investigate - Complaints and sample environments that may have unhealthy levels.Enforce - Many municipalities across the county prohibit smoking in pu...

The Senate Version of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Covers ֲý

Date posted: Tuesday, August 10, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe Senate reached a tentative compromise on the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, commonly referred to as the infrastructure bill. The $2.3 trillion package first envision...

The Food Freedom Movement: Laws in Maine, North Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming

Date posted: Monday, August 17, 2020Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDCottage food laws permit the sale of small production foods without the burdens of fully licensed retail foods. Food freedom laws seek to eliminate those minimal restrictions and ...

The Biden Administration Tackles Environmental Justice

September 8, 2022NEHA has been long involved with environmental justice. Our position statement, Role of ֲý in Addressing Racism as an ֲý Issue, recognizes that racism is a threat to public health. The stateme...

The Beginning of the Next Administration

Date posted: Tuesday, December 15, 2020Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDWith Election Day signaling the end of election season, December is time to review who is set to fill which positions.Just to bring everyone up-to-date, Joe Biden will be our n...

The Beginning of the End of Election Season

Date posted: Monday, November 9, 2020Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDIn 2020, Election Day officially became Election Season.As I write this, Joe Biden will be our next president. We are still unsure who will control the Senate.But most results ar...

The American Jobs Plan Could Provide Billions for the ֲý Workforce

Date posted: Monday, April 5, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe American Jobs Plan Could Provide Billions for the ֲý WorkforcePresident Joe Biden's American Jobs Plan (aka the Infrastructure Bill) covers a lot, including en...

The 2022 Year Ahead in Government Affairs at NEHA

January 10, 2022 The NEHA Government Affairs program had a successful 2021 and we're planning for even more success in 2022.2022 will provide new challenges in government affairs. Being the foremost association advocating for environmental ...

Terms of Use

Agreement Between User and ֲý (NEHA) The ֲý (NEHA) Web Site is comprised of various Web pages operated by ֲý (NEHA).The National...

Technical Support

For reasons of security and functionality, jurisdictions are required to complete all grant applications online through our grants management portal using a modern, up-to-date web browser. Find out what you're using by visiting www.whatismybrows...

System Theory

Informational webpage describing the basics of the system theory and how it relates to food safety and the environment. Webpage provides links to a variety of additional resources further describing components of the system theory.Go to Tool&nbs...

Support of the ֲý Workforce Act H.R. 2661

The Honorable Nancy PelosiSpeaker of the HouseU.S. House of RepresentativesWashington, DC 20510The Honorable Kevin McCarthyMinority LeaderU.S. House of RepresentativesWashington, DC 20510The Honorable Chuck SchumerMajority LeaderU.S. SenateWashi...

States Seek to Limit the Authority of Public Health

Date posted: Wednesday, February 17, 2021Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDState legislatures have introduced over 2,000 COVID-19-related measures for the 2021 legislative sessions, about one-half the number introduced in 2020. These bills cover lia...

State Food Safety Legislation Enacted in August 2020

Date posted: Wednesday, September 2, 2020Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDThe ֲý (NEHA) identified 223 bills that were introduced in 30 states and Washington, DC, related to food, food safety, retail food, and...

State Exams

The following information is for state administrators and/or candidates ordering an exam to become a state-appointed Registered Sanitarian (RS), Registered ֲý Specialist (REHS), Licensed ֲý Professional (LEHP)...

Special Recognition of Our Supporters

NEHA Endowment Foundation SupportersIndividuals who have contributed to this foundation are listed below in their respective clubs. These listings are based on what our supporters have actually donated to the foundation—not what they have pledge...

Special Accommodations

Special Accommodations for Candidates with Disabilities or ImpairmentsIt is our goal to ensure that all individuals have the opportunity to take a credentialing examination irrespective of a disability or impairment.All computer test centers are...

Sigmodon hispidus Surveillance Method

A good Integrated Pest Mangement (IPM) rodent program starts with inspection. A good inspection provides four valuable pieces of information: what is present, the extent and severity of the infestation, the location of rodent harborage and high-...

SepticSmart Week Blog

September 16, 2021EPA's SepticSmart Week will take place September 13-17, 2021. This event focuses on educating homeowners and communities on the proper care and maintenance of their septic systems. With over one in five households in the U.S. u...

SepticSmart Week

NEHA raises awareness for SepticSmart Week every September alongside the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA). SepticSmart Week is focused on getting homeowners and communities to care for and maintain their septic systems. During Sep...

September 2022: Direct From CDC/ֲý Services

Direct From CDC/ֲý Services ColumnJournal of ֲý (Volume 85, Number 2)Editor's Note: The ֲý strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health ...

September 2022

Journal of ֲý Volume 85, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover Preparation for post-hurricane mosquito control is essential for an effective emergency response to protect public health and promote recovery efforts. This issue’...

September 2021: Direct From CDC/ֲý Services

Direct From CDC/ֲý Services ColumnJournal of ֲý (Volume 84, Number 2)Editor's Note: The ֲý strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health ...

September 2021

Journal of ֲý Volume 84, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the CoverThis issue features a two-part series on the Zika virus. The first part, “The Zika Virus Threat and Prevention Challenges” explores an all-hazards and One Health ap...

September 2020: Direct From CDC/ֲý Services

Direct From CDC/ֲý Services ColumnSeptember 2020 Journal of ֲý (Volume 83, Number 2) Editor's Note: NEHA strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health and to build partnerships...

September 2020

Journal of ֲý Volume 83, Number 2 View the Issue About the Cover Frequent and timely state adoption of the Food and Drug Administration Food Code sign...

September 2019: Direct From CDC/ֲý Services

Direct From CDC/ֲý Services ColumnSeptember 2019 Journal of ֲý (Volume 82, Number 2) Editor's Note: NEHA strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health and to build partnerships...

September 2019

Journal of ֲý Volume 82, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover The popularity of farmers markets has grown over the past two decades and there is an increasing need to ensure that fresh produce and ready-to-eat foods sold at t...

September 2018: Direct From CDC/ֲý Services

Direct From CDC/ֲý Services ColumnSeptember 2018 Journal of ֲý (Volume 81, Number 2) Editor's Note: NEHA strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health and to build partnerships...

September 2018

Journal of ֲý Volume 81, Number 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover For the September issue, we have featured “Implications of Hurricane Harvey on Environmental Public Health in Harris County, Texas” on the cover in recognition of ...

September 2017

Journal of ֲý Volume 80, No. 2View the IssueAbout the Cover September is National Preparedness Month and we thought it fitting to highlight this issue’s article, “Response, Recovery, and Resilience to Oil Spills and Environment...

September 2016

Journal of ֲý Volume 79, No. 2 View the IssueAbout the Cover Contractors who perform work on residential structures constructed prior to 1978 may be subject to federal regulations pertaining to lead-based paint. The most string...