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Pesticides and health in Washington’s fruit basket
DEOHS MS student Adriana Riaño analyzes old dust for new insights into pesticide exposure in the Yakima Valley
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How UW partnerships foster disaster resilient communities
UW center led by DEOHS faculty supports disaster preparedness alongside communities
Global scientists say regulators must address glyphosate’s strong links to health harms
Epidemiologists, toxicologists, cancer specialists meet in Seattle to review latest science tying widely used pesticide to disease, including cancer
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Explore urgent environmental public health problems from the health impacts of climate change to on-the-job injuries and illnesses. Gain hands-on experience in the field and lab to equip you for careers in public health, workplace safety, research and more.
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April 20, 2026 | STAT | Featured: Sally Thompson-Iritani | ViewCleanup of battery recycling sites may lower childhood lead exposure
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April 14, 2026 | Whidbey News-Times | Featured: Edmund Y. W. Seto | ViewWA scientists: Flood adaptation best when communities lead
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Annual Omenn Lecture
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