Core Topics

Core topics are central to environmental health. Explore the science behind each and how they shape our health.

Research links air pollution to poor health outcomes.

Learn about air quality

Water is life. Explore how treatment and sanitation keep our water safe.

Food systems and pesticides.

Learn about food safety

Transmission of disease from animals and across species.

Learn more about zoonotic disease

From the sun. From the ground. Radiation is all around us. Explore radiation and ways to protect ourselves.

Learn more about radiation

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How can workplaces protect their workers? What safeguards exist?

Waste is growing at an enormous pace. How will we keep pace with the amount of waste that we generate?

Learn more about waste management