WS Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit at UCSF
@wspehsu.bsky.social
Environmental health training, consultation, & education. Best practices for equity, reproductive & children’s health at UC San Francisco & serving Federal Region 9.
- Main Page: https://wspehsu.ucsf.edu/
- Free, online, CME: https://bit.ly/free_CME
- Main Page: https://wspehsu.ucsf.edu/
- Free, online, CME: https://bit.ly/free_CME
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Learn how diet can affect childhood cancer risk with our latest video! bit.ly/41u4ggW
Check out this excellent recent paper from our close colleagues at UCSF! "Climate Change and Reproductive Health": pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
December 12, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Check out this excellent recent paper from our close colleagues at UCSF! "Climate Change and Reproductive Health": pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC...
We're lucky to have found such a great new Coordinator for the WSPEHSU! Ari Eastburn McCormick is an advocate of Reproductive Justice, working with menstrual equity organizations, as a full-spectrum doula-in-training, & as a 2023 UCSF Bixby Advocacy and Communications Fellow.
December 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We're lucky to have found such a great new Coordinator for the WSPEHSU! Ari Eastburn McCormick is an advocate of Reproductive Justice, working with menstrual equity organizations, as a full-spectrum doula-in-training, & as a 2023 UCSF Bixby Advocacy and Communications Fellow.
Our colleagues at the 𝗨𝗖𝗦𝗙 𝗘𝗮𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿'𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 have extended their application deadline to 𝟭𝟮/𝟭𝟱. If you want to develop the skills to advance environmental health in your community, apply today: earth.ucsf.edu/reach
December 5, 2025 at 9:10 PM
Our colleagues at the 𝗨𝗖𝗦𝗙 𝗘𝗮𝗥𝗧𝗛 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿'𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 have extended their application deadline to 𝟭𝟮/𝟭𝟱. If you want to develop the skills to advance environmental health in your community, apply today: earth.ucsf.edu/reach
🚨 New Video Alert for Pediatricians & Health Professionals. 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗶, 𝗠𝗗 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 “𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱, 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗿𝘆, 𝗔𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰." A concise, clinically-focused review of toxic exposure and management. Watch & discuss!
Metals: Lead, Mercury, Arsenic - Dr. Timur Durrani, MD, MPH, FACMT
Dr. Durrani presents to UCLA Pediatric Residents on case studies of treating patients with toxic metals exposure, primarily lead. Learning Objectives: - Describe the pathophysiology of metal toxicity. - Differentiate between the appropriate screening modalities for children with metal exposure. - Identify prevention strategies as well as risk and benefits of treatment.
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December 5, 2025 at 6:22 PM
🚨 New Video Alert for Pediatricians & Health Professionals. 𝗗𝗿. 𝗗𝘂𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗶, 𝗠𝗗 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗻 “𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗹𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗱, 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗿𝘆, 𝗔𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗰." A concise, clinically-focused review of toxic exposure and management. Watch & discuss!
The WSPEHSU is excited to welcome Dr. Sonja Swenson to our team!
She's a pediatrician who cares for patients from birth through their teenage years with a special interest in breastfeeding, & is a certified lactation counselor.
She's a pediatrician who cares for patients from birth through their teenage years with a special interest in breastfeeding, & is a certified lactation counselor.
December 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The WSPEHSU is excited to welcome Dr. Sonja Swenson to our team!
She's a pediatrician who cares for patients from birth through their teenage years with a special interest in breastfeeding, & is a certified lactation counselor.
She's a pediatrician who cares for patients from birth through their teenage years with a special interest in breastfeeding, & is a certified lactation counselor.
12/8/25 at 12pm PST, don't miss "Evaluating the Impacts of the Environment on Pediatric Cancer Risk and Survivorship" w/ Dr. Michael Scheurer, of Emory University School of Medicine: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
December 2, 2025 at 9:04 PM
12/8/25 at 12pm PST, don't miss "Evaluating the Impacts of the Environment on Pediatric Cancer Risk and Survivorship" w/ Dr. Michael Scheurer, of Emory University School of Medicine: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
From our colleagues at #UCSFEaRTH: Interested in building the skills to create positive environmental health change in your community? 🌾 Apply by Dec. 1! 👉 earth.ucsf.edu/reach
November 25, 2025 at 6:00 PM
From our colleagues at #UCSFEaRTH: Interested in building the skills to create positive environmental health change in your community? 🌾 Apply by Dec. 1! 👉 earth.ucsf.edu/reach
An excellent, short commentary- "Childhood Cancer & the Environment: Opportunities for Prevention"- from our Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller & Maria Valenti of Commonweal: www.healthandenvironment.org/latest-resea...
November 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
An excellent, short commentary- "Childhood Cancer & the Environment: Opportunities for Prevention"- from our Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller & Maria Valenti of Commonweal: www.healthandenvironment.org/latest-resea...
We're excited to announce that our Spanish translated “Una historia de Salud” (Story of Health) Cancer chapter is featured on the homepage of the Mexican Academy of Pediatrics!. www.academiamexicanadepediatria.org/
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
We're excited to announce that our Spanish translated “Una historia de Salud” (Story of Health) Cancer chapter is featured on the homepage of the Mexican Academy of Pediatrics!. www.academiamexicanadepediatria.org/
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Are you a practitioner or researcher passionate about climate change and health?
The University of Washington REACH Center’s Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship advances the application of implementation science to climate and health adaptation in the Northwest.
Apply here by November 28.
The University of Washington REACH Center’s Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship advances the application of implementation science to climate and health adaptation in the Northwest.
Apply here by November 28.
October 2, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Are you a practitioner or researcher passionate about climate change and health?
The University of Washington REACH Center’s Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship advances the application of implementation science to climate and health adaptation in the Northwest.
Apply here by November 28.
The University of Washington REACH Center’s Implementation and Evaluation Fellowship advances the application of implementation science to climate and health adaptation in the Northwest.
Apply here by November 28.
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Toxic PFAS-coated pans can leach chemicals into our food when heated or scratched, increasing the risk of serious health effects. To reduce your exposure to these “forever chemicals,” choose PFAS-free cookware or use safer practices when handling pans.
Why Nonstick Pans Are a Hot Mess
The reasons to get PFAS out of cookware go far beyond the kitchen.
www.nrdc.org
November 6, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Toxic PFAS-coated pans can leach chemicals into our food when heated or scratched, increasing the risk of serious health effects. To reduce your exposure to these “forever chemicals,” choose PFAS-free cookware or use safer practices when handling pans.
Reposted by WS Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit at UCSF
Please join Beyond Plastics Science Director @trishavv.bsky.social, @amizota.bsky.social
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.
www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.
www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
October 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Please join Beyond Plastics Science Director @trishavv.bsky.social, @amizota.bsky.social
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.
www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health, and Ryan Babadi of @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social on Nov. 12 for a free webinar about toxic chemicals in plastics.
www.beyondplastics.org/events/toxic...
Dont miss our Childhood Cancer and the Environment Newsletter! Here's the freshest edition: bit.ly/cancer_newsl...
October 13, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Dont miss our Childhood Cancer and the Environment Newsletter! Here's the freshest edition: bit.ly/cancer_newsl...
Great to see our PEHSU-led initiative in @ucsfhealth.bsky.social
news! "As Wildfire Smoke and Pollution Rises, Kids with Cancer Need Resources": www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/09...
news! "As Wildfire Smoke and Pollution Rises, Kids with Cancer Need Resources": www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/09...
As Wildfire Smoke and Pollution Rises, Kids with Cancer Need Resources
UCSF is partnering with physicians across the country to develop a pediatric cancer environmental referral service. The service will include children’s environmental health histories and risk assessme...
www.ucsf.edu
September 29, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Great to see our PEHSU-led initiative in @ucsfhealth.bsky.social
news! "As Wildfire Smoke and Pollution Rises, Kids with Cancer Need Resources": www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/09...
news! "As Wildfire Smoke and Pollution Rises, Kids with Cancer Need Resources": www.ucsf.edu/news/2025/09...
Supplemental folate reduces the risk of childhood leukemia & brain cancers. Learn more about folate by watching our most recent video:
youtu.be/6tQz5IZ2gtI
youtu.be/6tQz5IZ2gtI
September 23, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Supplemental folate reduces the risk of childhood leukemia & brain cancers. Learn more about folate by watching our most recent video:
youtu.be/6tQz5IZ2gtI
youtu.be/6tQz5IZ2gtI
Check out our team's Childhood Cancer & the Environment program annual report! wspehsu.ucsf.edu/wp-content/u...
September 19, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Check out our team's Childhood Cancer & the Environment program annual report! wspehsu.ucsf.edu/wp-content/u...
Learn how diet can affect childhood cancer risk with our latest video! bit.ly/41u4ggW
August 27, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Learn how diet can affect childhood cancer risk with our latest video! bit.ly/41u4ggW
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Nicotine, even when used in pouches, has serious health implications, raising blood pressure, worsening cardiovascular stress, and—for teens and young adults—interfering with critical brain development.
Learn more about nicotine addiction and other risks👇
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Learn more about nicotine addiction and other risks👇
johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/889-zyn-nico...
Public Health On Call: 889 - Zyn Nicotine Pouches
About this episode: Zyn nicotine pouches are suddenly everywhere. What are they and how can they impact health? In this episode: A look at the popular products, what they are and how they work, how th...
johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com
August 22, 2025 at 3:36 PM
Nicotine, even when used in pouches, has serious health implications, raising blood pressure, worsening cardiovascular stress, and—for teens and young adults—interfering with critical brain development.
Learn more about nicotine addiction and other risks👇
johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/889-zyn-nico...
Learn more about nicotine addiction and other risks👇
johnshopkinssph.libsyn.com/889-zyn-nico...
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Planning to travel while pregnant? 🧳
Make comfort and safety your top priorities before, during, and after your trip. Get tips on what to pack, how to prepare, and staying healthy on the go with our new guide: https://bit.ly/4my7hp0
Make comfort and safety your top priorities before, during, and after your trip. Get tips on what to pack, how to prepare, and staying healthy on the go with our new guide: https://bit.ly/4my7hp0
August 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Planning to travel while pregnant? 🧳
Make comfort and safety your top priorities before, during, and after your trip. Get tips on what to pack, how to prepare, and staying healthy on the go with our new guide: https://bit.ly/4my7hp0
Make comfort and safety your top priorities before, during, and after your trip. Get tips on what to pack, how to prepare, and staying healthy on the go with our new guide: https://bit.ly/4my7hp0
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What an amazing piece - giving such depth of coverage to the lived emotional and medical reality of fire fighters as fires escalate in frequency and severity. Bravo, @hannahdreier.bsky.social !
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/17/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/17/u...
Wildfire Fighters, Unmasked in Toxic Smoke, Are Getting Sick and Dying
www.nytimes.com
August 17, 2025 at 7:37 PM
What an amazing piece - giving such depth of coverage to the lived emotional and medical reality of fire fighters as fires escalate in frequency and severity. Bravo, @hannahdreier.bsky.social !
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/17/u...
www.nytimes.com/2025/08/17/u...
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Join APHA, the Climate Mental Health Network and more for this free interactive webinar that will help foster age-appropriate discussions around climate change, mental health and ways to empower students: bit.ly/44UeaKE
August 18, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Join APHA, the Climate Mental Health Network and more for this free interactive webinar that will help foster age-appropriate discussions around climate change, mental health and ways to empower students: bit.ly/44UeaKE
When concerned parents call, the PEHSU answers! "Thallium Exposure Secondary to Commercial Kale Chip Consumption: California Case Highlights Opportunities for Improved Surveillance and Toxicological Understanding" bit.ly/4oGMjFC
August 18, 2025 at 5:28 PM
When concerned parents call, the PEHSU answers! "Thallium Exposure Secondary to Commercial Kale Chip Consumption: California Case Highlights Opportunities for Improved Surveillance and Toxicological Understanding" bit.ly/4oGMjFC
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Everyone deserves clean, healthy air! California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205009...
California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads | KQED
Touted as an environmental justice companion to California’s cap-and-trade system, AB 617 promised cleaner air for frontline communities like Richmond — but has it actually delivered?
www.kqed.org
August 13, 2025 at 8:28 PM
Everyone deserves clean, healthy air! California’s Clean-Air Program for Polluted Communities Faces Crossroads @kqednews.kqed.org www.kqed.org/news/1205009...
Our Childhood Cancer & the Environment project just released a newsletter full of excellent resources! bit.ly/3UsMFly
August 13, 2025 at 10:51 PM
Our Childhood Cancer & the Environment project just released a newsletter full of excellent resources! bit.ly/3UsMFly
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Rising sea levels are raising risks of spreading hazardous chemicals in residential neighborhoods. And that puts people's health in jeopardy. Learn what we can be done to prevent these crises.
prheucsf.blog/2025/08/07/r...
prheucsf.blog/2025/08/07/r...
Rising waters and rising risks in Richmond
Main takeaways: Sea level rise is raising risks of harmful chemical exposures in shoreline communities like Richmond, CA These risks are falling disproportionately on communities already hard hit by c...
prheucsf.blog
August 7, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Rising sea levels are raising risks of spreading hazardous chemicals in residential neighborhoods. And that puts people's health in jeopardy. Learn what we can be done to prevent these crises.
prheucsf.blog/2025/08/07/r...
prheucsf.blog/2025/08/07/r...