Latest News
Millions of Preterm Births and Thousands of Infant Deaths Linked to Plastic Chemicals
CNN published an article titled “Millions of Preterm Births and Thousands of Infant Deaths Linked to Plastic Chemicals,” which highlighted a recent study co-authored by Dr. Leonardo Transande, director of the Center for the Investigation of Environmental Hazards at NYU Langone Health.
Making older homes a safer haven for young families in Lancaster
After five years, the Lead-Free Families initiative is proving the impact of a health system investing in safe homes.
European retailers yank popular headphones after study reports trace amounts of hormone-disrupting chemicals
After a study found that many popular headphones had trace amounts of chemicals linked to reproductive and neurobehavior problems, some European retailers pulled the products from their shelves.
Upcoming Events
Assessing exposure to endocrine disrupting chemicals through ultra-processed foods
As part of Penn’s Earth Week, PRCCEH is pleased to host this webinar on the impact of processed food and hidden dietary exposure sources on children’s health. Featuring Elizabeth Costello, PhD, MPH, researcher at the Brown University School of Public Health.
PEHSU’s Childhood Cancer & the Environment Program: Webinar Series
Join PEHSU’s Childhood Cancer & the Environment Program to learn more about environmental exposures during the perinatal period and pediatric cancer risk from Joseph Wiemels, PhD.
Score for Wellness
The Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) is hosting a Score for Wellness event at the WSFS Bank Sportsplex in Chester, PA, to connect residents with health resources, including screenings, asthma information, and lead testing.
2026 ECHO Symposium: Translating Science to Action
This free event will bring together researchers, policymakers, health professionals, and advocates to examine how chemical exposures affect child health and development and how science is being translated into meaningful action.
Latest Webinars
Race to Research: Plastics, Microplastics and Human Health Webinar Recording
Megan J. Wolff, PhD, MPH, delivers dynamic and in-depth lecture on what is known – and what is being researched – about the impacts of plastics on human health.
Telehealth based primary prevention of childhood lead poisoning: Webinar Recording
Presentation by Noah Buncher, DO, FAAP, CHOP General Pediatrician on his past and current pilot projects on telehealth education and primary prevention of childhood lead poisoning.