Canadian health and environmental experts have issued a list today of the best ways to reduce five common sources of toxins associated with child health risks. “Expectant and new parents, in particular, need practical advice to help them safeguard their children from health risks — such as learning and behavioral disorders, asthma, cancer and certain […]
In December 2011 the City of Philadelphia passed legislation amending Chapter 6-800 of the Philadelphia Code, titled “Lead Paint Disclosure,” to require landlords of certain housing units to not only disclose the potential presence of Lead-Based Paint (LBP) but to also provide certification that the housing unit is either lead-free or lead-safe. This requirement will […]
Oct. 22, 2012 — Science Daily People who are exposed to mold in their homes could be at an increased risk for sarcoidosis, a chronic inflammatory lung disease. Researchers from Sweden and Slovenia tested 62 nonsmoking patients with sarcoidosis, 34 of whom had extrapulmonary manifestations (EPM). Patients were tested for β-glucan, an immune-modulating agent found […]
Storm victims and clean-up workers plagued by mold as local hospital sees rise in lung infections. Hurricane Sandy victims continue to be plagued by rashes, asthma and coughing as cleanup efforts continue and mold problems in affected areas persist. ‘I feel totally drained, tired,’ Patrick Zoda told NBC 4 New York. ‘Every morning I wake […]
New changes to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard are bringing the United States into alignment with the Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS), further improving safety and health protections for America’s workers. Building on the success of OSHA’s current Hazard Communication Standard, the GHS is expected […]
Lyon, France, June 12, 2012 – After a week-long meeting of international experts, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO), today classified diesel engine exhaust as carcinogenic to humans, based on sufficient evidence that exposure is associated with an increased risk for lung cancer. There […]
Criterion can perform a fungal survey of a facility for amplificaation sites relative to Aspergillus on/or other fungi. Criterion can also produce plans for the control of fungal (growth, measure specific types and amounts of fungi and make recommendations for remediation. If you have or suspect a fungal (mold) problem, give Criterion a call today.
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