Environmental Health

Flourescent lighting, such as CFLs, save energy. However, broken flourescent tubes and other CFLs should be cleaned up with great caution to avoid mercury contamination. To protect the...

Installing a proper storm water treatment system is one of the important measures businesses, individuals and cities can take to improve the quality of public and private water sources. Treatment...

Any plan to prevent the damaging effects of air pollution needs endeavors designed for every person who pollutes, so each one can reduce their contribution to unhealthy air and ozone depletion. At...

Saving of energy must start at home. If you are a parent, you must teach your children to start caring for the environment or if you are a person who is living with a not-so-environment-conscious...

Running out of ways for starting a business? Well, here are some ways in which you can get on with your own profit-generating endeavor. Try making money with the so-called “green” industry. The...

Millions of cards and gift wrap will find the way to the local landfill this year. The wrappings and trappings are gorgeous, shiny and an art unto itself. But, I am choosing to go less fanciful,...

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) monitors public drinking water systems to check for contaminants and to ensure treatment processes are protecting human health. Drinking water must meet...

Air pollution is a matter of global concern. Mostly invisible, pollutants in the air can cause serious health hazards and have a serious impact on the environment.

Methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is a variety "staph" bacteria. It resists penicillin and many other common antibiotics. MRSA presents as a virulent skin infection, boils,...

Greenhouse gases are carbon dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), sulfur hexafluoride (SF6), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and other fluorinated gases (e.g.,...

YOU CAN HELP. Rescuing the Ocean seems 'Titanic.' There are so many issues from endangered sea turtles to saving the whales. You may have trouble 'wading' through all the issues. There are...

Natural gas and petroleum products supply nearly two-thirds (66%) of America's energy demand. Pipelines are the method of choice for transporting these products and exceed 2.5 million miles in...

Going green has recently been a big part of many businesses' ways of conducting their daily activities. With an environmental management system (EMS), an organization can continue to operate...

Hazardous waste occurs in all areas of life. Any solid, gas or liquid waste that might cause hard to individuals or the environment is considered hazardous. This means that human...

Diatomaceous earth, otherwise known as Diatomite or DE, is a type of sedimentary rock composed of tiny fossilized organisms called diatoms. It has a number of functions, but is known for its use...

Liquid chlorine bleach is used for a variety of purposes including cleaning surfaces and laundry. It is very effective in eliminating many harmful bacteria, fungi, and viruses. It is considered...

Urea nitrogen is manufactured to be used in fertilizer, in the making of some plastics, in decreasing the emissions of diesel engines and also as a dietary supplement for cattle. Urea nitrogen is...

Forestry management often requires the use of herbicides. Undesirable vegetation, invasive tree species and deadening trees must be removed so that desirable trees can flourish. Some of the...

Moth balls contain either naphthalene or paradichlorobenzene. These chemicals are toxic and if used incorrectly can harm people, animals and the environment. (See Reference 1)

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral. Before 1972, these versatile fibers were used mostly in building materials and in friction products such as brakes and clutches. Asbestos quickly lost...

Herbicides and pesticides are chemical constituents in products such as insecticides, weed killer, rodent poison and swimming pool chemicals. They offer many benefits to farming and gardening by...

Mold is a naturally occurring fungus that requires moisture to grow. Standing water in dishwashers, bathtubs, basements and outdoor areas provides the ideal environment for mold growth. While it...

Since hand dryers first started appearing in public restrooms, people have been debating whether they are better for the environment than using paper towels. Here are some of the facts to...

In areas where deer populations are large, deer control is necessary to reduce potential damage to plants and property.

In general, a pH value of 7 is neutral. If the pH number is lower than 7, then the substance is acidic. If it is higher than 7, then it is alkaline, or basic. Drinking water should be a certain pH...

Secondhand smoke comes from exhaled air from cigarette smokers and from the ends of burning cigarettes. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 50 chemicals in...

City planners, especially those on coastal regions or close to major water sources, are using remote sensing to mitigate and prevent the effects of land pollution. Quite often, land pollution...

Gardeners looking to improve the quality of their soil and increase the growth and yield of their plants should consider the benefits of adding organic matter. Organic matter provides essential...

Nuclear waste is some of the most dangerous material in existence. Although the U.S. produces a large amount of radioactive waste, they have policies and procedures set up to ensure that nuclear...

Fish are high in vitamins and minerals needed by the body, including omega-3 fatty acids and protein. However, fish also absorb heavy metals that make their way from the air into streams, rivers...

Mercury toxicity can cause a variety of severe reactions in healthy adults and developing fetuses. Exposure to mercury comes from both natural environmental causes, such as the absorption of...

Community respiration describes energy transfers within an ecosystem. Respiration is the intake of oxygen and the release of carbon dioxide. To calculate energy transfers, sediment samples are...

Today, new malicious diseases such as the swine flu are spreading really fast. Many people are now getting infected with diseases. A simple and yet effective way to protect yourself from the...

Kids growing up these days are more conscious of environmental concerns. There are some things that you can do to help encourage positive, healthy changes in your family lifestyle to help protect...

The common ions removed in groundwater are calcium and magnesium making up water hardness. This process is called softening and may be used in conjunction with well water systems and pond water....

The link between mold and many health conditions, including allergies and asthma, has been proven and has led to concerted efforts to alert people to the risks of mold in homes. However, more data...

There are many different types of internal parasites that can infect humans. Most often the victims are children, as they are more likely to put their hands into their mouths without washing them....

Some people and governments believe that overpopulation necessitates certain controls to prevent growth from outpacing the access to natural resources. Remedies for population control often bring...

Oil spills damage local wildlife, who usually respond negatively to the toxicity of oil. Damage to one species often has a domino effect that disrupts entire food chains.

Compact fluorescent bulbs use an average of 50 percent less energy than standard incandescent bulbs and have a dramatically increased life span. These bulbs also have a few dangers that should be...

Providers of air purifiers claim that they are effective in reducing indoor air pollutants, mold and odors. Some air purifiers release ozone, a pollutant, and so need to be regulated.

With the flu season all around us, it is very important we do all we can to prevent its spread to your family. These tips are inexpensive also.

Oils are a common product around the house and in business used for lubrication and cooking. Knowing the proper definition of waste oil is not only a responsible action, it can even save you money...

Generating waste is almost unavoidable in today's world. Properly segregating and disposing of your waste not only reduces the amount of toxins that enter the atmosphere, you may even save...

A medium-sized dog has the same environmental impact as a Toyota Land Cruiser driven 6,000 miles a year—while a cat is equivalent to a Volkswagen Golf—claims New Zealanders Robert and Brenda Vale...

Mass spectrometry is an analytic tool that breaks down complex mixtures into molecules to detect and identify minuscule amounts of a chemical compound. Some chemical compounds can cause...

Hospital waste is some of the most dangerous waste that exists. A legal definition of hospital waste protects the public by eliminating any possible confusion in the medical sector over what waste...

Black mold can be found indoors, outdoors, in the workplace, at home and in any city or country. People are exposed to mold organisms through biological particles regularly. Indoor black mold has...

Every year the flu season comes around and many of us get sick with whatever strain of flu is about. This article will give you tips on how to prepare for the flu season and how to avoid getting sick.

Aids prevention isn't a hard task. Many people these days are spreading aids across America because they aren't taking action on being cautions and stopping it. Unfortunately not everyone cares to...