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For more information about environmental health issues, please click on one of the links provided below.
General Information California regulatory agencies and information - California state agencies; jurisdictional responsibility, requirements, contacts. Environmental Protection Agency - is the United States government agency with responsibility for protection of the environment. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) - is a leading content provider for public interest groups and concerned citizens who are campaigning to protect the environment. Right-to-Know Network - The Right-to-Know Network provides free access to numerous databases and text files that allow you to identify specific factories and their environmental effects.
Water Quality American Oceans Campaign - is an oceans advocacy non-profit organization which focuses on water/beach quality, fisheries and fish habitat, and marine sanctuaries. Heal the Bay - is a non-profit environmental group dedicated to making Santa Monica Bay and Southern California coastal waters safe and healthy again for people and marine life. Surfrider Foundation - is a non-profit environmental group that is dedicated to the preservation of the worlds oceans.
Air Quality AirHead.org - is a website dedicated to the education of citizens about the perils of air pollution. The Clean Air Network - is a broad alliance of local, state and national organizations committed to working for air quality that promotes good health and preserves the environment.
Toxic Substances Environmental Health Coalition - Agency fighting toxic pollution, protecting public health, and promoting environmental justice. EPA Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) - provides information about programs and initiatives focusing on pollution prevention in the United States. HazDat Database - Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry's Hazardous Substance Release/Health Effects Database. Military Toxics Project - The mission of the Military Toxics project is to unite activists, organizations and communities in the struggle to clean up military pollution. State Pesticide Regulatory Agencies - Individuals applying pesticides must do so in a manner not only consistent with federal laws, but also consistent with state laws and regulations, which differ from state to state. Toxics & Waste Links - A collection of toxics and waste links organized by the Institute for Global Communication (IGC)
Health Issues Health Links - The focus of this link is predominantly on environmental, human rights, social and economic justice, and policy issues related to health. On-line Medical Dictionary - Provides information on various physical or mental health concerns.
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