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
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
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/
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...
Supplemental folate reduces the risk of childhood leukemia & brain cancers. Learn more about folate by watching our most recent video:
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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:
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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
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
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
In this video, Dr. Wiemels explores how some infections can result in abnormal damaging stimulation of the immune system, increasing leukemia risk, & how normal immune “education” can reduce leukemia risk: bit.ly/47iLHzM
August 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
In this video, Dr. Wiemels explores how some infections can result in abnormal damaging stimulation of the immune system, increasing leukemia risk, & how normal immune “education” can reduce leukemia risk: bit.ly/47iLHzM
Exposures to residential & agricultural pesticides can increase the risk of developing certain types of childhood cancers. Learn more in our newest video "Pesticides and Risks of Childhood Cancers": bit.ly/pesticides_c...
June 26, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Exposures to residential & agricultural pesticides can increase the risk of developing certain types of childhood cancers. Learn more in our newest video "Pesticides and Risks of Childhood Cancers": bit.ly/pesticides_c...
Want to learn more about Childhood Cancer & the Environment: Prevention Opportunities? We're collaborating with @che-healthenv.bsky.social to bring you a presentation on 4/24 at 11am PST! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
March 20, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Want to learn more about Childhood Cancer & the Environment: Prevention Opportunities? We're collaborating with @che-healthenv.bsky.social to bring you a presentation on 4/24 at 11am PST! us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
Pesticides are created to kill living organisms – insects, plants (weeds) & fungi (molds, mildew) that are considered “pests.” They are toxic by design & can harm human health. Learn how to protect yourself with our bilingual newsletter:
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February 19, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Pesticides are created to kill living organisms – insects, plants (weeds) & fungi (molds, mildew) that are considered “pests.” They are toxic by design & can harm human health. Learn how to protect yourself with our bilingual newsletter:
mailchi.mp/fae57a25aa91...
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2/27 at 8am PST: Dont miss our 5th Annual Herb Needleman Lecture! WSPEHSU Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller, joined by Catherine Metayer, will overview key environmental contributors to children's cancer & best practices for prevention: bit.ly/5thneedleman
February 18, 2025 at 10:44 PM
2/27 at 8am PST: Dont miss our 5th Annual Herb Needleman Lecture! WSPEHSU Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller, joined by Catherine Metayer, will overview key environmental contributors to children's cancer & best practices for prevention: bit.ly/5thneedleman
Resistant to fire but not to harmful chemicals! Infants & toddlers have higher exposure to #PBDEs, which interfere with #hormones. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #electronics #homesafety
February 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Resistant to fire but not to harmful chemicals! Infants & toddlers have higher exposure to #PBDEs, which interfere with #hormones. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #electronics #homesafety
Seafood is delicious & healthy! But some seafood can contain #mercury – even small amounts can hurt children’s developing brains. Pregnant people & children should limit eating fish high in mercury. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #environmentalhealth @ToxFreeFuture @EPA
February 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Seafood is delicious & healthy! But some seafood can contain #mercury – even small amounts can hurt children’s developing brains. Pregnant people & children should limit eating fish high in mercury. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #environmentalhealth @ToxFreeFuture @EPA
#PCBs are still in our environment & may increase chances of getting cancer! Exposure to PCBs happens primarily through our diets, even through breast milk for infants. Tips to reduce your exposures: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #environmentalhealth
February 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
#PCBs are still in our environment & may increase chances of getting cancer! Exposure to PCBs happens primarily through our diets, even through breast milk for infants. Tips to reduce your exposures: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #environmentalhealth
Want to limit kids’ exposure to toxic chemicals in foods? Feed them a variety of fruits & veggies that you wash under running water, lean proteins, & don't microwave in plastic. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-sources #childrenshealth #babyfood
February 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Want to limit kids’ exposure to toxic chemicals in foods? Feed them a variety of fruits & veggies that you wash under running water, lean proteins, & don't microwave in plastic. Learn more: bit.ly/Rx-sources #childrenshealth #babyfood
Insect, weed, or fungus problem? Use #pesticides right? WRONG! Exposures to pesticides during pregnancy & childhood impacts brain development & cancer risk. Learn how to protect your family: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #pesticides #exposure #homesafety
February 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Insect, weed, or fungus problem? Use #pesticides right? WRONG! Exposures to pesticides during pregnancy & childhood impacts brain development & cancer risk. Learn how to protect your family: bit.ly/Rx-hazards #pesticides #exposure #homesafety
2/27 at 8am PST: Dont miss our 5th Annual Herb Needleman Lecture! WSPEHSU Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller, joined by Catherine Metayer, will overview key environmental contributors to children's cancer & best practices for prevention: bit.ly/5thneedleman
February 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
2/27 at 8am PST: Dont miss our 5th Annual Herb Needleman Lecture! WSPEHSU Director Emeritus Dr. Mark Miller, joined by Catherine Metayer, will overview key environmental contributors to children's cancer & best practices for prevention: bit.ly/5thneedleman