BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Philadelphia Regional Center for Children's Environmental Health - ECPv6.15.14//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Philadelphia Regional Center for Children's Environmental Health X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Philadelphia Regional Center for Children's Environmental Health REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153241 CREATED:20250123T163501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T163501Z UID:5621-1741953600-1741957200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Health Impacts of Artificial Playing Fields and Rubber Playground Surfaces DESCRIPTION:An overview of the scientific and medical evidence about lead\, other heavy metals\, and chemicals used in artificial turf and synthetic playground surfaces\, and the impact of those exposures on children.  The presentation will include the myths and realities regarding the benefits and risks of these products\, whether used indoors or outdoors. \nDr. Diana Zuckerman\, PhD\, is President of the National Center for Health Research\, a nonprofit public health think tank that conducts and analyzes research on a wide range of healthcare and health policy issues and uses the results to inform policies\, programs\, and services affecting the health of adults and children.  She has testified about the safety and effectiveness of medical and consumer products before U.S. Congressional Committees; federal agencies; state legislators; the Canadian Parliament; and has briefed Canadian and European officials and nonprofit organizations in the U.S. and abroad. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/environmental-health-impacts-of-artificial-playing-fields-and-rubber-playground-surfaces/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/macche.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307 DTSTAMP:20260427T153241 CREATED:20250107T154352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T154352Z UID:5575-1740960000-1741305599@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:2nd Annual CAFÉ Climate & Health Conference DESCRIPTION:The CAFE Climate and Health Conference is an interdisciplinary opportunity for individuals from across the climate and health field to gather for cross-sector collaboration and engagement. Unlike traditional research conferences\, we don’t just provide opportunities to share the latest cutting edge research in climate and health\, but also for professionals (and students) to engage around policy\, research translation\, community engagement\, capacity building\, data needs\, and gaps in the field. \nOver these four days\, we will collaborate together through workshops\, keynote speaker sessions\, panels\, symposia\, networking\, and much more. Stay tuned to this space as more details are announced\, including the release of the full agenda in early 2025.\n\nWe welcome all professionals (and students) in the climate and health field\, or who are looking to move into the climate and health field! URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/2nd-annual-cafe-climate-health-conference/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1087854857-Editorial-Use-Only-Jana_Shea_-Shutterstock.com-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305 DTSTAMP:20260427T153241 CREATED:20250107T153813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T153813Z UID:5571-1740787200-1741132799@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Our Planet\, Our Health: 2025 Climate Action Convention DESCRIPTION:Join us in Washington\, DC from March 1-4\, 2025\, for Our Planet\, Our Health: 2025 Climate Action Convention\, one of the largest events ever focused on planetary health and climate action. Hosted at the National Academy of Sciences on March 1-3 and the Hopkins Bloomberg Center on March 4\, this pivotal gathering will bring together leaders\, experts\, and educators committed to driving progress toward a healthier\, more sustainable\, and just future. \nThrough a series of dynamic sessions — offered in person and online — we will examine the state of our planet’s health and the necessary steps to achieve a sustainable future. Attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge research on the links between ecological drivers and health outcomes\, explore strategies for building resilience and equity in the face of climate challenges\, and learn how to build capacity for science-informed policymaking. \nPlease note: A virtual option will be available for the entirety of the convention but will be limited in terms of choice of sessions. In-person space is limited — secure your spot today! URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/our-planet-our-health-2025-climate-action-convention/ LOCATION:National Academy of Sciences Building\, Washington\, D.C. CATEGORIES:external ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/prcceh-climate-change-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20250123T163319Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T163319Z UID:5619-1739361600-1739365200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Justice and Children’s Health DESCRIPTION:Environmental justice is defined as the just treatment and meaningful involvement of all people\, regardless of who they are or where they live\, in decision-making and other activities that affect human health and the environment. The aim of environmental justice efforts is to ensure that people are fully protected from disproportionate and adverse human health and environmental effects\, risks\, and hazards. The panelists for this webinar will discuss environmental injustice and its effects on children from three unique perspectives. \nPanelists: \n\nDaniel Taylor\, DO – Pediatrician\, St. Christopher’s Hospital\n\n\nAmani Reid\, BA – Eastern Regional Coordinator\, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection’s Office of Environmental Justice\n\n\nKristin Motley\, PharmD\, MBA – Health Manager\, Bureau of Health\, City of Chester\n\nClick here for details and to register. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/environmental-justice-and-childrens-health/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/macche.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20250116T142620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T142723Z UID:5612-1738627200-1738886399@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:The 2025 Mental Health and Climate Change Summit DESCRIPTION:This three-day online event is dedicated to exploring the connections between climate change and mental health. This gathering brings together researchers\, mental health professionals\, environmental advocates\, policymakers\, and community members from around the world to address how climate change affects psychological well-being and how mental health strategies can bolster resilience against climate impacts.  Click here to learn more. \nThe Summit features a blend of keynote presentations\, panel discussions\, interactive workshops\, and community dialogues. Topics range from eco-anxiety and climate grief to the mental health benefits of climate action and community resilience. By sharing research\, personal stories\, and practical tools\, the Summit aims to inspire meaningful change\, equipping attendees with the knowledge and support needed to advocate for mental health within the climate movement. \nThe Summit is a call to action\, a space for connection\, and an opportunity to work together toward resilience and hope for communities worldwide. The Summit runs from 9:00am – 1:30pm PST / 12pm – 4:30pm EST daily from Tuesday\, February 4th through Thursday\, February 6th. To view a detailed Summit program\, please follow this link: https://mhcca.ca/summit URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/the-2025-mental-health-and-climate-change-summit/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/prcceh-climate-change-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20250113T135020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T135042Z UID:5604-1738238400-1738242000@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Health During Preconception and Pregnancy - Opportunities for Prevention DESCRIPTION:Preconception and pregnancy are times in which a person may be more vulnerable to environmental exposures. It is also a time where nurses and other health providers can provide assessment and anticipatory guidance to help their patients reduce exposures\, have healthier pregnancies\, and prevent disease. In this webinar you will learn about burgeoning environmental health issues and how nurses can incorporate this information into their nursing practice. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nDescribe at least three environmental health issues that impact health during preconception and pregnancy.\nDemonstrate how to incorporate environmental health into nursing practice.\n\n  \nWebinar participants who obtain an 80% or higher on the course post-test will receive a certificate for 1 nursing contact hour \n  \nAbout the Presenter: \nKatie Huffling\, DNP\, RN\, CNM\, FAAN is a Certified Nurse-Midwife and the Executive Director of the Alliance of Nurses for Healthy Environments (ANHE). With ANHE\, Dr. Huffling works with nurses and nursing organizations to elevate environmental health issues\, such as climate change\, toxic chemicals\, and sustainability in healthcare\, amongst the nursing profession. Dr. Huffling is a passionate supporter of nurse-led advocacy in support of healthier environments for all. \nDr. Huffling received her DNP in Health Innovation and Leadership from the University of Minnesota. She is an appointed member of the US Environmental Protection Agency Children’s Health Protection Advisory Council and is a member of the National Academy of Medicine’s Action Collaborative on Decarbonizing the U.S. Health Sector. She was a recipient of the 2018 Charlotte Brody Award which recognizes nurses who go beyond everyday nursing endeavors to proactively promote and protect environmental health. \n  \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://villanova.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJwpcumsqz4pG9OVTN5vnrxZdOKi641plPYc \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/environmental-health-during-preconception-and-pregnancy-opportunities-for-prevention/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/macche.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20250106T183217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183217Z UID:5561-1738152000-1738155600@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Protecting Our Children from Environmental Hazards DESCRIPTION:Please join the Drexel Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Program for its first MCH Speaker Series Presentation of 2025! Feel free to share this with trainees and colleagues who may also be interested. All are welcome. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\nList the reasons why children are more vulnerable to exposure to hazardous agents considering their developing bodies and stage of development.\nList several adverse effects of exposure to lead in infants and children.\nExplain several actions to prevent or reduce lead exposure to children.\nExplain the harm from increasing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere and identify three greenhouse gases.\nIdentify adverse health effects from climate change seen in children.\n\n  \nSpeaker: Carla Campbell\, MD\,  MS\, FAAP \nPediatrician and Affiliate Faculty \nDepartment of Environmental and Occupational Health \nDornsife School of Public Health\, Drexel University URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/protecting-our-children-from-environmental-hazards/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/Carla-Campbell.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20250124T154943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T154943Z UID:5626-1737993600-1737997200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:The Human Cost of Wildfires: Protecting Health in a Changing Climate DESCRIPTION:As recovery efforts continue in the wake of the Los Angeles-area wildfires\, the need for clear\, evidence-based guidance on protecting communities and people’s wellbeing has never been more urgent. Join leading experts in climate science\, pediatrics\, mental health\, environmental health\, and climate adaptation to explore wide-ranging short-term and long-term health risks posed by wildfires—from anxiety and trauma to environmental toxicity—and share practical strategies for building resilience and protecting communities. \nThis event is hosted by the Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment\, the Stanford Center for Human and Planetary Health\, and the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/the-human-cost-of-wildfires-protecting-health-in-a-changing-climate/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/Untitled-700-x-300-px-e1737733729193.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241114T210658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T210658Z UID:5420-1734519600-1734523200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Climate Change and Human Health 101 DESCRIPTION:Penn’s Environmental Innovations Initiative is leading a talk on the impact of climate change on human health with the goal of increasing environmental literacy.  The December speaker is Farah N Hussain\, MD\, Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine at Penn Medicine. \nThe Climate 101 presentations are held 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Room 500 of the Annenberg School for Communication and on Zoom. Register here. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/climate-change-and-human-health-101/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/shutterstock_1087854857-Editorial-Use-Only-Jana_Shea_-Shutterstock.com-small.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241113T185134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T185358Z UID:5414-1733925600-1733929200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Challenges and opportunities for extreme heat preparedness and response in U.S. cities DESCRIPTION:Please join the Drexel Climate Change and Urban Health Research Center (CCUH) and the Climate Change and Urban Health in Latin America (SALURBAL Climate) project for a webinar featuring Dr. Nicole Errett\, Associate Professor of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences at the University of Washington. \nSpanish and Portuguese interpretation will be available! URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/challenges-and-opportunities-for-extreme-heat-preparedness-and-response-in-u-s-cities/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Drexel_social_informal_blue_twitter.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241030T193601Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T193601Z UID:5354-1733922000-1733925600@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Healthy Schools\, Healthy Children DESCRIPTION:In conversation with  Sarah Evans\, PhD\, MPH\, Assistant Professor\, Department of Environmental Medicine and Climate Science\, Icahn Mount Sinai. Introduction by Kirstyn Bonetti\, Board Member\, Institute for Climate Change\, Environmental Health\, and Exposomics \nA healthy school environment that includes access to clean air and water and safe spaces to play is critical to children’s health and well-being. Although children spend as much as 20% of their time in school\, more than half of the school buildings in the US are in need of critical structural improvements. Through case examples\, Drs. Maida Galvez and Sarah Evans will share common concerns in the school environment and discuss steps that schools and families can take to ensure optimal environments for learning. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/healthy-schools-healthy-children/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/127785501_small-123RF-stockbroker-e1706288339619.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240716T171336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T152613Z UID:5005-1732177800-1732212000@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology Symposium DESCRIPTION:This year’s symposium will bring together community members\, researchers\, healthcare professionals\, and representatives from the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) to meet the challenges that we face in the Philadelphia metropolitan region and will feature: \n\nKeynote Presentations: Penn’s Vision for Community Engagement and Community-Engaged Research; Diversity\, Equity\, and Inclusion in Community-Engaged Research; Community Needs & Expectations; and NIEHS Expectations for Community Engagement\nPanel Discussion with Community Partners: Benefits and Challenges of working with Academic Institutions\nPenn Models of Community Engagement\nRoundtable Discussions connecting Community Members and Researchers\nPoster Session\nNetworking Reception\n\n  \nDetails\nTheme: Engaging Communities to Impact Health \nNovember 21\, 2024 | 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM | Glen Gaulton Auditorium & Lobby\, Biomedical Research Building \n\nView Draft Agenda\n\nLearn more here\nRegister here\n\n  \n  URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/center-of-excellence-in-environmental-toxicology-symposium/ LOCATION:Penn Medicine BRB II/III\, 421 Curie Blvd.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States CATEGORIES:external,PRCCEH ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/11230901_xl-123RF-kovalvs.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241025T145725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T145725Z UID:5273-1732104000-1732107600@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Health Risks\, Responses\, and Resilience DESCRIPTION:Ruth McDermott-Levy\, PhD\, MPH\, RN\, FAAN\, Professor & Co-Director for the Mid-Atlantic Center for Children’s Health and the Environment and Michelle Kelly\, PhD\, CRNP\, CNE\, FAANP\, FAAN\, Associate Professor & Co-Director of the Mid-Atlantic Center for Children’s Health & the Environment will cover PFAS\, Extreme cold\, and stresses and challenges for the caregiver in addressing EH issues. \n\n\nLearning objectives\n\n\n\nState two services provided by a Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit (PEHSU).\nDescribe actions to take to reduce exposure to PFAS compounds.\nIdentify an action to reduce workplace related stress. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/environmental-health-risks-responses-and-resilience/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/macche.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241024T193554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T200451Z UID:5271-1731502800-1731506400@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:The Overturning of Chevron Deference: Impacts on Environmental Health Decision Making DESCRIPTION:The June 28\, 2024\, Supreme Court decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo overturning Chevron deference marks a pivotal shift that could reshape environmental regulation as we know it. The longstanding Chevron decision established the principle that federal courts must defer to an agency’s reasonable interpretation of any statute deemed to be ambiguous. With the authority of judges now expanding into the realm of policymaking\, there are far-reaching implications\, several of which are not fully understood. \nIn this webinar\, legal experts will discuss the implications of the overturning of Chevron deference and its profound impact on science\, public health\, and decision-making. The webinar will conclude with a Q&A\, giving you the chance to engage with our speakers and learn more about how to get involved in efforts to promote science that strengthens and safeguards public health. This webinar is hosted in collaboration with the Collaborative for Health & Environment (CHE)\, Earthjustice\, and UCSF’s EaRTH Center. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/the-overturning-of-chevron-deference-impacts-on-environmental-health-decision-making/ CATEGORIES:external ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/122609551_xl-123RF-stockbroker-1900px-e1677258337444.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241031T142821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T142942Z UID:5361-1731412800-1731416400@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Drinking Water from Private Wells: Risks\, Barriers\, and Environmental Challenges DESCRIPTION:Steven D. Wilson\, M.S. is a groundwater hydrologist and Head of the Environmental Public Health\, Information and Data Services Section at the Illinois State Water Survey\, University of Illinois. He authored and manages The Private Well Class\, an online self-paced curriculum for private well owners. \nAn estimated 58 million Americans\, 18% of the U.S. population\, rely on private wells for their drinking water source.  Some wells are inadequately constructed because they were built prior to regulations on well construction; some are completed in areas where the surficial geology doesn’t protect them from surface recharge; some are at risk because a changing climate including flooding and sea level rise; and some are at risk because of a lack of owner resources\, knowledge of the risks\, and ability to pay for treatment. Poor drinking water quality is a significant health risk\, both from bacterial contamination\, as well as harmful natural or man-made contaminants.  We all have a role in understanding these risks and helping clients/patients understand how to protect themselves from any waterborne risks. \nA short Q&A will follow the presentation. \nObjectives\nUpon completion of this course\, participants will be able to:\n\nDiscuss the issues most affecting private well risks including construction and geology\nDiscuss the pressing issues today\, like flooding and emerging contaminants that can affect well water quality\nOutline the ways clinicians can inform and support their patients who use private wells URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/drinking-water-from-private-wells-risks-barriers-and-environmental-challenges/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/97153761_xl-123RF-rawpixel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241024T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20241016T135959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T135959Z UID:5257-1729782000-1729785600@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Collaborating for Child Well-being: A Toolkit for Local Health Departments & Early Care and Education Programs DESCRIPTION:Join Child Care Aware® of America\, the National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) and Better Kid Care as we launch Collaborating for Child Well-being: A Toolkit for Local Health Departments & Early Care and Education Programs. This webinar will introduce the new toolkit which provides practical guidance\, tools and real-world examples to help Local Health Departments (LHDs) and Early Care and Education (ECE) organizations build and sustain effective partnerships. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/collaborating-for-child-well-being-a-toolkit-for-local-health-departments-early-care-and-education-programs/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/shutterstock_623783651.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240918T171239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T171348Z UID:5127-1729382400-1729987199@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week DESCRIPTION:This year\, National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week (NLPPW) is October 20-26! NLPPW is a call to bring together individuals\, organizations\, industry\, and Tribal\, state and local governments to reduce childhood exposure to lead by increasing lead poisoning prevention awareness. NLPPW highlights the many ways parents\, caregivers\, and communities can reduce children’s exposure to lead and prevent its harmful health effects. October is also Children’s Health Month\, a time to raise awareness about children’s environmental health\, including the dangers and potential health impacts of lead. \nEach year\, EPA\, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) work together to develop outreach materials to be used by the public to plan\, promote and host events and activities during NLPPW. \nThe 2024 theme is “Bright futures begin lead-free” because we all want bright futures for our children and communities. We invite you to join us this NLPPW to raise awareness about lead since every child in every community deserves a bright\, lead-free future. \nThe outreach materials center on three key messages: \n\nGet the Facts: Lead is still a problem in many communities. Learn about lead exposure\, lead hazards\, and how you can protect you and your family.\nGet Your Child Tested: A blood test is the best way to find out if your child has lead poisoning. Talk to your child’s healthcare provider about getting a blood lead test if your child may have been exposed to lead.\nGet Your Home Tested: Minimize your risk of lead exposure by hiring a certified professional to test your home for lead if it was built before 1978.\n\n  URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/national-lead-poisoning-prevention-week/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/1600x900_twitter_get-your-child-tested.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240918T171605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T171605Z UID:5132-1727701200-1727704800@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Air Monitoring and Community Engagement – Session II: Partnerships and Impact – How an Air Monitoring Network Can Benefit the Community DESCRIPTION:Air quality issues in urban environments have long been a concern\, dating back to historical complaints of smoke and odors from activities such as charcoal pits\, blacksmithing\, and cooking fires. Since the Industrial Revolution\, these problems have escalated\, with emissions now posing greater risks to public health. \nPartnerships between academic researchers and communities burdened by poor air quality have advanced our understanding of micro-scale pollution dynamics and community monitoring approaches. However\, many efforts have been hampered by flawed communication and asynchronous approaches\, leading to frustration among communities when scientific results did not translate into real-world change\, captured in the sentiment of being “studied to death.” \nThe advent of low-cost air quality sensors and Internet of Things (IoT) technology has made citizen science more accessible\, opening new opportunities for meaningful collaboration between academic institutions and local communities. Programs such as the NIEHS Community Engagement Cores offer guidance on fostering effective partnerships and clear communication between researchers and community members. \nThis webinar will explore the journey of the Citizen Air Monitoring Network and their collaboration with the University of California\, Davis\, prompted by a simple question: “What can you do to help us?” \nAdditionally\, the presenters will share insights from their partnership in developing a low-cost air monitoring network for the Lower Price Hill community in Cincinnati\, Ohio. Their initiative has expanded to include additional community-engaged projects and training opportunities for community-academic research teams across the country. This webinar will highlight the power of collaboration in addressing air quality issues and building sustainable\, impactful solutions for communities. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/air-monitoring-and-community-engagement-session-ii-partnerships-and-impact-how-an-air-monitoring-network-can-benefit-the-community/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/air-quality-description-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T160000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240808T165434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T165531Z UID:5059-1726153200-1726156800@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Uncovering the Role of Cytokines during Brain Development DESCRIPTION:Monthly seminar of the Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology featuring Yeong Shin Yim\, PhD\, Assistant Professor of Pharmacology. \nThis event is in-person only. Registration is not required. \nLocation: Biomedical Research Building II/III\, 421 Curie Blvd. Philadelphia\, PA  Room: 251 URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/uncovering-the-role-of-cytokines-during-brain-development/ LOCATION:Penn Medicine BRB II/III\, 421 Curie Blvd.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/163897188_xl_123RF-kaew6566.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240821T164656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T164731Z UID:5077-1726063200-1726066800@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Environmental Health: Learning from our past\, bettering our future DESCRIPTION:Please join the Drexel Climate Change and Urban Health Research Center (CCUH) and the Climate Change and Urban Health in Latin America Project (SALURBAL-C) for a webinar featuring Dr. Michelle Bell\, the Mary E. Pinchot Professor of Environmental Health at Yale University. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/climate-change-and-urban-health-webinar-series/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/prcceh-climate-change-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T150000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240812T131643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T131643Z UID:5063-1725976800-1725980400@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Exploring the Impact of Extreme Heat on Human Health DESCRIPTION:Please join Chemical Insights Research Institute (CIRI) of UL Research Institutes (ULRI) on September 10\, 2024\, from 2-3 p.m. ET for the newest session of CIRI’s 2024 webinar series Building Resilience for Health. \nThis webinar will explore the vast reaches of extreme heat and how to protect yourself and your community from its negative effects. Our expert panelists will define and discuss the urban heat island effect and how this impacts vulnerable populations (including children)\, examine the impact of heat on emissions from building materials\, and share strategies for supporting human health in the face of extreme heat. \nExpert panelists include:\nAlex Azan\, MD \nAssistant Professor in the Department of Population Health and the Division of General Internal Medicine and Clinical Innovation at the Grossman School of Medicine at NYU Langone Health \nZach Calhoun\nCivil and Environmental Engineering Doctoral Canidate at Duke University \nPatrick Chepaitis\nLaboratory Manager for the Center for Advanced Measurements at Chemical Insights Research Institute of UL Research Institutes \nMark Wilson\, Ph.D.\nDirector of the Center for Exposure Science at Chemical Insights Research Institute of UL Research Institutes \nReserve your spot here: Webinar Registration – Zoom URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/exploring-the-impact-of-extreme-heat-on-human-health/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_2358890101-Editorial-Only_Lorraine_M_Shutterstock.com_-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T170000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240808T164712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T164732Z UID:5057-1723104000-1723136400@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Air Pollution & Lung Health DESCRIPTION:Presenter(s): Krithika Lingappan\, MD\, PhD & Michael Beers\, MD \nZoom Link \nThe CEET Thematic Area talks provide a great opportunity to engage and network with Center members; to hear about various research programs and studies being conducted by CEET investigators in each of our Thematic Areas: Air Pollution & Lung Health\, Environmental Exposures & Cancer\, Windows-of-Susceptibility\, and Environmental Neuroscience; and to learn about the extensive activities\, initiatives\, and services available through our Cores: Translational Research Support Core (TRSC)\, Biomolecular Mass Spectrometry Core (BMSC)\, and the Environmental Health Informatics Core (EHIC). \nThematic Area Leader: Sharon McGrath-Morrow\, MD\, MBA URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/air-pollution-lung-health/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/154805667_xl-123RF-aoo3771.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240729 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240731 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240624T173711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173711Z UID:4972-1722211200-1722383999@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Climate Change\, Health\, and Justice: A Workshop on Community-Engaged Research to Promote Health Equity DESCRIPTION:The Fifth National Climate Assessment (2023)\, the U.S. government’s preeminent report on climate change impacts\, risks\, and responses\, outlined three key conclusions related to climate change and health: \n\nClimate change is harming human health.\nSystemic racism and discrimination exacerbate climate impacts on human health.\nTimely\, effective\, and culturally appropriate adaptation and mitigation actions to protect human health are needed.\n\nWith this clear roadmap\, it is critical to stimulate intervention research to help people and communities from U.S. populations experiencing health disparities adapt to climate change. \nThis workshop examines the state of the science to stimulate community-engaged\, multi-level intervention research on this topic. The event convenes researchers\, clinicians\, and community partners for a series of presentations\, panel discussions\, and flash talks to: \n\nHear varied perspectives on innovations to decrease health disparities associated with climate change.\nIdentify mechanisms and processes required for successful multi-level interventions that strengthen resilience and adaptation to health effects from climate change.\nIdentify research gaps and opportunities to promote climate justice through community-engaged research.\nStrategize future research directions.\n\nThe workshop will be a half day over two days and virtual.   Register here. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/climate-change-health-and-justice-a-workshop-on-community-engaged-research-to-promote-health-equity/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/prcceh-climate-change-3.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240715 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240719 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240627T130809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T130809Z UID:4982-1721001600-1721347199@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:New Horizons: Building Bridges to Shape the Environmental Health Future DESCRIPTION:Join in virtually or in Pittsburgh\, PA. This even will focus on responding to the needs of the profession with new topics like heat waves in the U.S.\, data modernization\, burn-out\, and artificial intelligence for environmental health\, along with traditional topics such as food safety and water quality. \nOur theme this year is New Horizons: Building Bridges to Shape the Environmental Health Future\, focusing on responding to the needs of the profession with new topics like heat waves in the U.S.\, data modernization\, burn-out\, and artificial intelligence for environmental health\, along with our traditional topics such as food safety and water quality. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/new-horizons-building-bridges-to-shape-the-environmental-health-future/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/183974237_small-123-wavebreakmediamicro.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T120000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240523T154712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T154712Z UID:4903-1720771200-1720785600@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Measuring Microplastics - NYU Symposium DESCRIPTION:The NYU Langone Center for the Investigation of Environmental Hazards (CIEH) will be holding a virtual symposium\, Measuring Microplastics\, on Friday\, July 12th and Wednesday\, July 31st from 8am to 12pm EST (NYC time). Microplastics\, together with chemicals used as additives or monomers\, are increasingly understood to have human health effects\, but exposure assessment methods are still in development. Across the two days we will hear from local\, national\, and international experts who will provide insight into the future of the field\, as plastic production and consumption continues to rapidly grow worldwide. Please see the links below to register and for more information \n\nFriday\, July 12 Symposium Registration: https://nyulangone.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_HcdQvlYURKyI9JglvDnNpg\nWednesday\, July 31 Symposium Registration: https://nyulangone.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-1e2AE3kR3qm4SqJMoFGyw URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/measuring-microplastics-nyu-symposium/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/photo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T130000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240625T174709Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T174726Z UID:4974-1720612800-1720616400@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Child's Play: Teaching Planet Protective Eating Patterns to Children DESCRIPTION:Join MACCHE on July 10 for a webinar: Child’s Play: Teaching Planet Protective Eating Patterns to Children with expert Meryl Fury\, MS\, RN\, to learn how to educate and empower children about what they can do to help protect the planet. \n  \nWhen: July 10\, 2024\, 12 noon – 1:00 pm ET \nRegister in advance for this webinar   After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/childs-play-teaching-planet-protective-eating-patterns-to-children/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/macche.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T110000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240524T141723Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T141723Z UID:4913-1719309600-1719313200@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:The Neuroexposome: Data-Driven Approaches Supporting New Research Questions in Children’s Environmental Neuroscience DESCRIPTION:The NIEHS Keystone Science Lecture by the Division of Extramural Research and Training. \nMegan Horton\, Ph.D.\, M.P.H.\, Professor\, Department of Environmental Medicine and Climate Science\, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai \nHosted by Kim Gray\, PhD URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/the-neuroexposome-data-driven-approaches-supporting-new-research-questions-in-childrens-environmental-neuroscience/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/242636370_222537193247895_8363356446474221276_n.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240320T145408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240320T145408Z UID:4660-1719187200-1719619199@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Climate Change for Urban Health Researchers: Summer Institute DESCRIPTION:This Drexel University Urban Health Summer Institute course will provide an overview of \n\nthe public health impacts of a global climate change in urban areas\,\nurban policies for climate change mitigation and adaptation and the resulting benefits and harms to public health\, and\nfundamental concepts and research methods from exposure science and epidemiology to assess exposures and quantify the impacts of climate change on urban health. The course will have a specific focus on marginalized and/or vulnerable subpopulations and the role of climate hazards and climate policies in exacerbating or ameliorating health disparities.\n\nLearning objectives: \n\nExplain the scientific basis of observed and projected climate changes.\nDescribe the broad spectrum of public health impacts of climate hazards in urban areas (heat waves\, floods\, air pollution\, sea level rise\, population displacement\, etc.) and distinguish the ways in which climate exposures and health impacts are distributed differentially within and across urban populations.\nIdentify urban policies to mitigate and adapt to climate change and characterize the public health benefits and harms of these policies\, with a focus on marginalized and/or vulnerable populations.\nDefine key concepts and research methods to quantify climate exposures and health impacts in urban populations.\n\nPrerequisite knowledge: Understanding of basic epidemiological concepts and methods\, if possible. \nTechnical requirements: No software will be required. Students will use publicly available\, online interactive apps/websites. \nContinuing Education Credits*: 1.5 CEU or 15 CPH URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/climate-change-for-urban-health-researchers-summer-institute/ LOCATION:Drexel University Dornsife School of Public Health\, Nesbitt Hall 3215 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104 CATEGORIES:external ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_675367642-Kelleher_Photography_Shutterstock.com-SMALL.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240617 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240619 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240105T172740Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T172740Z UID:4403-1718582400-1718755199@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research (SPER) Annual Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Society for Pediatric and Perinatal Epidemiologic Research is an organization of individuals from a wide variety of disciplines who share a common interest: the epidemiology of pregnancy\, infancy and childhood. The Society was formed in 1988\, and holds an annual meeting each June\, immediately preceding the meeting of the Society for Epidemiologic Research (SER). The work presented at SPER’s annual meeting represents the cutting edge of research in pediatric and perinatal epidemiology. URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/society-for-pediatric-and-perinatal-epidemiologic-research-sper-annual-meeting/ LOCATION:Austin\, TX CATEGORIES:external ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/shutterstock_1990638176.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T140000 DTSTAMP:20260427T153242 CREATED:20240528T150940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T142239Z UID:4936-1718197200-1718200800@prcceh.upenn.edu SUMMARY:Fish Consumption during Pregnancy and Impacts on Child Health DESCRIPTION:Join the ECHO Program for a series of three flash talks centered around fish consumption during pregnancy and impacts on child health. Kristen Lyall\, Emily Oken\, and Margaret Karagas will speak on EC0468 “Associations of maternal fish consumption and omega-3 supplement use during pregnancy with child autism-related outcomes: Results from the ECHO Program\,” new guidance on fatty acid supplements to prevent preterm birth\, and the recent National Academies of Sciences\, Engineering\, and Medicine report “The Role of Seafood in Child Growth and Development” and the potential gaps ECHO could address. \n  \nSpeakers: \nKristen Lyall\, SCD \nDr. Lyall is an Associate Professor in the Modifiable Risk Factors Program of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute. \nEmily Oken\, MD\, MPH \nDr. Oken is Professor and Chair of the Department of Population Medicine at Harvard Medical School\, and President of the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute. \nMargaret Karagas\, PhD \nProfessor Karagas is the inaugural chair of the Department of Epidemiology at the Geisel School of Medicine and director of the Centers for Molecular Epidemiology and Children’s Environmental Health and Disease Prevention Research at Dartmouth College. \n  \n\nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nLink: https://duke.zoom.us/j/93167123308?pwd=VW5YVEgyNlJnRlV3V29PQWt5NW1Idz09 \nMeeting ID: 931 6712 3308 \nPasscode: ECHO URL:https://prcceh.upenn.edu/event/fish-consumption-during-pregnancy-and-impacts-on-child-health/ LOCATION:Online CATEGORIES:external,virtual END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR