Connecting the dots between science and impact
From air pollution to toxic chemicals in our food systems, DEOHS doctoral student Rachel Shaffer is translating her research into better health
DEOHS professor named editor of leading environmental health journal
Dr. Joel Kaufman steps into new role with Environmental Health Perspectives while continuing his research, teaching and medical practice at the University of Washington
Our most-read stories of 2019
From “popcorn lung” to mapping environmental health risks: a look back at our top stories from Health & Safety Matters, the DEOHS blog
Cadmium exposure and Alzheimer's risk
New evidence links cadmium exposure to key Alzheimer’s gene and accelerated cognitive decline
Communities around Sea-Tac Airport exposed to a unique mix of air pollution associated with aircraft
Mapping jet pollution at Sea-Tac Airport
Communities around Sea-Tac Airport are exposed to a unique mix of air pollution associated with aircraft, new UW study finds
Sexual harassment in the fields
Farmworker stories and DEOHS research inform new training video to prevent sexual harassment of agricultural workers
Champion of ergonomics
DEOHS Professor Peter Johnson, founder of UW ErgoLab, to retire after 18 years
US foreign policy could halt today’s major killers, prevent tomorrow’s outbreaks
United States action on global pandemics could save lives, address significant foreign policy interests and boost economic prosperity, according to a new analysis from leading researchers, including Kristie Ebi, an expert on global change and health at the University of Washington School of Public Health.