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SUMMARY:PCBs: A Legacy Pollutant
DESCRIPTION: Drs Alan Woolf\, Mara Seeley\, and  Alicia Frasier will explore the history\, environmental persistence\, health impacts and clinical diagnosis and management of exposure to polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) and related chemical compounds. The presentation will highlight how PCBs have contaminated ecosystems globally and outline their long-term health effects\, including cancer risk\, endocrine disruption\, and developmental problems. Groups that are particularly vulnerable to PCB toxicity will be described\, as well as some clinical and public health strategies to prevent their exposure to these chemicals. CME and CEU’s are available.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/pcbs-a-legacy-pollutant/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T170000
DTSTAMP:20250804T173025Z
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SUMMARY:ECHO Symposium: Translating Science to Action
DESCRIPTION:A broad range of influences during sensitive developmental windows from preconception to early childhood can have long-lasting effects on the health of our children. This includes everything from exposure to chemicals and microplastics to the neighborhoods and communities we live in\, as well as social factors like media use and stress. \nThe ECHO Translating Science to Action Symposium brings together researchers\, policymakers\, health professionals\, and advocates to translate child health research into impactful solutions. \nThis virtual and in-person event offers a unique opportunity to connect with thought leaders\, learn from child health research\, and take actionable steps toward enhancing children’s health. Whether you’re a child health professional\, advocate\, policymaker\, researcher\, parent\, or member of the media\, this symposium provides tools and insights to enhance the health of children for generations to come. \nThe in-person event will be held in Bethesda\, MD.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/echo-symposium-translating-science-to-action/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T203000
DTSTAMP:20250806T193116Z
CREATED:20250806T193116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T193116Z
UID:5822-1757617200-1757622600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Back to School Night: Raising Resilient Kids In An Age of Disasters
DESCRIPTION:How do we raise kids with a sense of safety\, calm\, joy\, and purpose when our lives are full of extreme weather and other disruptions? Join us for an interactive webinar about why and how to address the emotional impacts of collective challenges like climate change\, and how to heal through collective action. The event will be recorded for those who cannot join live. \nPresented by the Climate Mental Health Network\, in partnership with the National Parents Union\, American Public Health Association\, Science Moms\, Children’s Environmental Health Network\, Moms Clean Air Force\, Capita\, National Academy of Medicine Climate Communities Network\, National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI)\, and the Medical Society Consortium on Climate Change and Health. \nModerator: Jason B. Allen\, National Director of Partnerships\, National Parents Union \nSpeakers: \n\nAnya Kamenetz\, Advisor\, Climate Mental Health Network\nMelinda Wenner Moyer\, Author of Hello\, Cruel World!\nDr. Tara Powell\, Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Research at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign\nDr. Lisa Patel\, Executive Director\, Medical Society Consortium on Climate Change and Health; Member\, Science Moms\, Clinical Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford School of Medicine\n\nSupport for this webinar is generously provided by ASPIRE Children’s Environmental Health Center at OSU.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/back-to-school-night-raising-resilient-kids-in-an-age-of-disasters/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T160000
DTSTAMP:20250804T175717Z
CREATED:20250804T175717Z
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SUMMARY:Climate and Health: Research to Inform Equitable Policy
DESCRIPTION:Seminar by the Center of Excellence in Environmental Toxicology.  Speaker: Jaime Madrigano\, ScD\, MPH\, Associate Professor of Environmental Health and Engineering\, Bloomberg School of Public Health\, Johns Hopkins University \nIn person only. BRB II Room 1412
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/climate-and-health-research-to-inform-equitable-policy/
LOCATION:Penn Medicine Kelley Research Building\, 421 Curie Blvd.\, Room 252\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:seminar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T190000
DTSTAMP:20250806T192455Z
CREATED:20250806T192455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T192455Z
UID:5816-1757440800-1757444400@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Green Space & Health: Environmental Cardiology Insights
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Dr. Aruni Bhatnagar\, Director of Christina Lee Brown Envirome Institute & Chief of Division of Environmental Medicine at University of Louisville \nDr. Aruni Bhatnagar has spearheaded the development of the new field of environmental cardiology\, which examines how environmental exposures affect cardiovascular health and disease risk. He has published over 300 research articles and is the recipient of the Norman Alpert Award by the International Academy of Cardiovascular Sciences and the Outstanding Mentor Award by the Conference of Southern Graduate Schools. He is the principal investigator of The Green Heart Louisville Project\, a groundbreaking\, community-based clinical trial to examine how an increase in neighborhood greenery affects the levels of air pollution and cardiovascular disease risk. He hosts the podcast Elements of Nature\, a monthly podcast series about how natural forces shape and influence our health and wellness.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/green-space-health-environmental-cardiology-insights/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T130000
DTSTAMP:20250821T193236Z
CREATED:20250821T193236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T193236Z
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SUMMARY:Protecting Young Children From the Impacts of Wildfires
DESCRIPTION:This live conversation will explore how wildfire smoke affects young children and how the LA Fire HEALTH Study is working to better understand its short- and long-term health impacts. The study addresses the need for answers in the LA community\, with implications for many communities across the US that are increasingly navigating the effects of wildfire smoke.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/protecting-young-children-from-the-impacts-of-wildfires/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T160000
DTSTAMP:20250806T192158Z
CREATED:20250806T192158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T192158Z
UID:5813-1756987200-1757001600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Leveraging Data to Drive Effective Heat Protection Policies
DESCRIPTION:There is an increased need to fill heat-health data gaps to ensure the effective design and implementation of public policies at the local and state levels\, as well as private policies within organizations and systems (e.g.\, health care). Data-informed heat policy is essential to protect communities from harmful heat exposure and adverse health outcomes. Timely\, representative\, accessible\, and transparent data\, ideally collected with and governed by communities\, are also critical for calling for\, evaluating\, and continually improving heat policy.  \nGiven this context\, the National Academy of Medicine Climate Communities Network will host a virtual convening (with optional pre- and post-sessions) to bring together community members\, decision-makers\, and others working at the intersection of heat\, health\, and policy. The convening will spotlight actionable strategies to address data gaps and share lessons from the design and implementation of exemplar heat policies. The event will also demonstrate how data-informed policy can reduce heat-related deaths and safeguard community health. Attendees will leave with practical tools\, tailored to their spheres of influence\, to advance effective\, community-informed heat policy. \nAgenda overview \n\n12:00–12:45 PM: Policy 101 Primer (Optional)\n1:00-1:15 PM: Opening Remarks\n1:15–2:00 PM: Panel #1: Public Policy at the State and Local Level to Protect Community Health\n2:00–2:45 PM: Panel #2: Private Policy within Organizations and Systems to Protect Patients and Workers\n2:45–3:15 PM: Audience Exchange\n3:15–3:30 PM: Closing: Key Takeaways & Actionable Resources\n3:30–4:00 PM: Q&A with Speakers (Optional)
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/leveraging-data-to-drive-effective-heat-protection-policies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T130000
DTSTAMP:20250812T162455Z
CREATED:20250812T162455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T162455Z
UID:5833-1756209600-1756213200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:The Exposome in Children’s Health: Environment\, Development and Disease
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Konstantinos C. Makris is a full professor of environmental health and supervises the Water and Health laboratory at the Cyprus International Institute for Environmental and Public Health. He was an adjunct assistant professor of environmental health in the Department of Environmental Health\, Harvard University (2009-2015). His research team aims to reduce population health risks attributed to environmental contaminants found in drinking water and other environmental media. His team utilizes exposomic tools in population studies across Cyprus\, Greece\, France\, Kuwait\, the Netherlands\, and Norway. He leads the CHILDREN_FIRST  study focused on understanding the temporal evolution of the human exposome as it shapes children’s growth and development. \nHis laboratory has successfully received external funding of from the EU\, the Cyprus Research and Innovation Foundation\, NIEHS and Harvard University. He was one of two researchers who conducted the brain cancer cluster investigation around the Astrasol plant emitting dichloromethane in Cyprus. He was invited by the Environment and Health Committee of the Cyprus Parliament to provide technical evidence on the health consequences of the surrounding populations following the tragedy / explosion in Mari\, Cyprus and has also served as a member of the scientific advisory committee to the Ministry of Health about arsenic exposures in Cyprus. He is also a member of the European Council of ISEE.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/the-exposome-in-childrens-health-environment-development-and-disease/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T160000
DTSTAMP:20250804T174332Z
CREATED:20250804T174332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T174332Z
UID:5779-1755702000-1755705600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Microplastics
DESCRIPTION:The ubiquity of microplastics in the environment is an emerging concern. These small plastics (<5 mm) along with associated contaminants may be consumed by organisms including humans and have been found in every environment on Earth. There are numerous data gaps about the potential effects of microplastics on human health and ecological systems. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of microplastics\, the challenges of microplastic science\, and the research conducted at EPA helping to fill the data gaps\, including understanding fate and transport\, identifying toxicity\, and advancing sampling and analytical methods. The webinar will also cover the Interstate Technology & Regulatory Council (ITRC) microplastics resources\, including the Microplastics Outreach Toolkit. \nThe August 20th webinar will feature Cheryl Hankins\, EPA ORD and Valerie Mitchell Hanley\, CA DTSC/ITRC
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/microplastics/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T143000
DTSTAMP:20250804T173539Z
CREATED:20250804T173539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T173539Z
UID:5774-1755090000-1755095400@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Breathing Easier: Protecting Children With Asthma From Wildfire Smoke
DESCRIPTION:Asthma is a chronic respiratory condition affecting an estimated 26.8 million people in the United States\, including 4.5 million children. Children are particularly susceptible to wildfire smoke for several reasons: their respiratory systems are still developing; they breathe more air (and air pollution) per pound of body weight than adults; and they’re more likely to be active outdoors. \nThis webinar will explore the intersection of wildfire smoke exposure and childhood asthma. Expert speakers\, drawn from EPA’s National Environmental Leadership Award in Asthma Management winners and wildfire smoke grant program recipients\, will share best practices\, community-engagement strategies\, and innovative approaches to integrating wildfire smoke readiness into asthma control efforts\, protecting children’s respiratory health during wildfire smoke events and improving asthma health outcomes.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/breathing-easier-protecting-children-with-asthma-from-wildfire-smoke/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T133000
DTSTAMP:20250806T191617Z
CREATED:20250806T191617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T191617Z
UID:5810-1755088200-1755091800@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Reaching a Boiling Point: State and Local Efforts To Protect Children from Extreme Heat
DESCRIPTION:Join the Center for American Progress to discuss the challenges under this new administration\, as well as the strategies families\, communities\, and local leaders can use to protect the country’s youngest learners.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/reaching-a-boiling-point-state-and-local-efforts-to-protect-children-from-extreme-heat/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T153000
DTSTAMP:20250806T191023Z
CREATED:20250806T191023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T191023Z
UID:5808-1755007200-1755012600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Youth & Families Child Health Champion Training
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Environmental Health Network\, Moms Clean Air Force\, and Environmental Defense Fund are partnering to add one more Child Health Champion Training to our line-up this summer! \nJoin them Tuesday\, August 12 for this free 90-minute virtual advocacy training. This workshop is designed especially for youth and families\, but will help advocates across all sectors build power\, tell their stories\, and take meaningful action together. \nIn the face of protective policy rollbacks\, cuts to critical programs and workforce\, and growing public health threats\,  it’s more important than ever to build grassroots advocacy capacity\, center community and youth stories\, and uplift a unified\, hopeful children’s environmental health movement.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/youth-families-child-health-champion-training/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:CEHRT,external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T153000
DTSTAMP:20250711T131016Z
CREATED:20250109T143931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T131016Z
UID:5586-1752048000-1752075000@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Annual PRCCEH Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Bringing together researchers\, community groups and health professionals to discuss the latest research and programs to improve the environmental health of our region’s children. \nRegistration is closed.  \nPresenters include: \n\nAlekh Paranjapye\, PhD\, University of Pennsylvania\nNiraj Lodhi\, PhD\, Thomas Jefferson University\nMichelle Kelly\, PhD\, CRNP\, CNE\, FAANP\, FAAN\, Villanova University\nQuy Cao\, PhD\, University of Pennsylvania\nHeather Burris\, MD\, MPH\, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia\nPaige Kizior\, M.Ed\, Women for a Healthy Environment\nKatie Kenyon\, The Foundation for Delaware County\nKristin Motley\, PharmD\, MBA\, Health Commissioner\, City of Chester\n\nView the Final Agenda!
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/prenatal-lead-and-mercury-monitoring-program-in-nj/
LOCATION:Penn Medicine Kelley Research Building\, 421 Curie Blvd.\, Room 252\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Featured,PRCCEH,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20250409T133419Z
CREATED:20241112T190327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250409T133419Z
UID:5411-1745406000-1745409600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Earth Day Seminar: Mitigating Extreme Weather Impacts on Children's Health
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Earth Day with leading experts in environmental health as they share the latest research on climate-related risks and children’s health. \nFeatured Speakers & Topics: \n\nJagadeesh Puvvula\, PhD\, PharmD\nInstructor\, Dept. of Biostatistics\, Epidemiology\, and Informatics\, Perelman School of Medicine\nTopic: Mapping heat exposure across the continental U.S. and its pediatric health risks\nYu-Chin Lien\, PhD\nResearch Assistant Professor of Pediatrics\, Perelman School of Medicine & Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia\nTopic: Air pollution and preterm birth\, with insights into heat exposure using Metabolon data\nMarilyn V. Howarth\, MD\, FACOEM\nDeputy Director\, Philadelphia Regional Center for Children’s Environmental Health\nTopic: Mitigating risks from extreme weather to improve children’s health\n\n  \nRegister here:\nWe’ll follow up with the Zoom link and an ical appointment.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/climate-change-and-childrens-health-prcceh-highlights/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,PRCCEH,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000
DTSTAMP:20250326T181621Z
CREATED:20250123T163642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T181621Z
UID:5623-1744286400-1744290000@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Rising Temperatures\, Rising Risks: Safeguarding Children’s Health
DESCRIPTION:In recent years the world has seen its hottest summers\, and the number of heat related morbidity and mortality has skyrocketed. During this webinar attendees will learn the physiological\, environmental\, and social factors that increase children’s vulnerability to heat-related illnesses. Attendees will also be able to identify actionable steps to protect children and gain insight on ways to advocate for policies and community actions that promote climate resilience and health equity. \nDr. Joniqua Ceasar\, MD\, is an internal medicine and pediatrics trained primary care physician who is a current National Clinician Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania. She is passionate about the intersection of climate justice and health equity.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/rising-temperatures-rising-risks-safeguarding-childrens-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T160000
DTSTAMP:20241211T203946Z
CREATED:20241029T154924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T203946Z
UID:5278-1742914800-1742918400@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Environmental\, nutritional\, and pharmacological factors in the development of autism spectrum disorders
DESCRIPTION:The March seminar of the Philadelphia Regional Center for Children’s Environmental Health.  This session will be led by Arnold Eiser\, MD\, Master of the American College of Physicians (MACP). \nThe development of ASD entails a complex web of genetic\, environmental\, nutritional\, and pharmacological factors in both mother and child. This talk will explore the interaction among last three factors and describe a trajectory to reduce its prevalence. Dr. Eiser has extensively researched the interfaces of the neurosciences and environmental health with particular attention to environmental factors in the development of dementia\, autism\, and dysautonomia. \n  \nRegister here:\nWe’ll follow up with the Zoom link and an ical appointment.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/march-25/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,PRCCEH,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T130000
DTSTAMP:20250123T163501Z
CREATED:20250123T163501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T163501Z
UID:5621-1741953600-1741957200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/environmental-health-impacts-of-artificial-playing-fields-and-rubber-playground-surfaces/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250303
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTSTAMP:20250107T154352Z
CREATED:20250107T154352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T154352Z
UID:5575-1740960000-1741305599@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/2nd-annual-cafe-climate-health-conference/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,virtual
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250305
DTSTAMP:20250107T153813Z
CREATED:20250107T153813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T153813Z
UID:5571-1740787200-1741132799@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/our-planet-our-health-2025-climate-action-convention/
LOCATION:National Academy of Sciences Building\, Washington\, D.C.
CATEGORIES:external
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T130000
DTSTAMP:20250123T163319Z
CREATED:20250123T163319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T163319Z
UID:5619-1739361600-1739365200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/environmental-justice-and-childrens-health/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T160000
DTSTAMP:20241025T150240Z
CREATED:20241025T150240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T150240Z
UID:5275-1739286000-1739289600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:Associations of neighborhood environment\, air pollution\, and extreme temperature exposures with perinatal health outcomes
DESCRIPTION:This session is led by Tim Nelin\, MD\, an attending physician and neonatology fellow at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. \nNumerous environmental exposures contribute to the health of birthing people and their infants. In the context of a changing climate\, it is imperative to understand how the environment impacts perinatal health. In this talk\, we’ll investigate social and environmental exposures and their relationship with perinatal health outcomes.  This webinar will feature research funded by a PRCCEH Development Pilot Project. \nRegister here:\nWe’ll follow up with the Zoom link and an ical appointment.
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/associations-of-neighborhood-environment-air-pollution-and-extreme-temperature-exposures-with-perinatal-health-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,PRCCEH,seminar,virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250204
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTSTAMP:20250116T142723Z
CREATED:20250116T142620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T142723Z
UID:5612-1738627200-1738886399@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/the-2025-mental-health-and-climate-change-summit/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T130000
DTSTAMP:20250113T135042Z
CREATED:20250113T135020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250113T135042Z
UID:5604-1738238400-1738242000@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/environmental-health-during-preconception-and-pregnancy-opportunities-for-prevention/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T130000
DTSTAMP:20250106T183217Z
CREATED:20250106T183217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T183217Z
UID:5561-1738152000-1738155600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/protecting-our-children-from-environmental-hazards/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250127T170000
DTSTAMP:20250124T154943Z
CREATED:20250124T154943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T154943Z
UID:5626-1737993600-1737997200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/the-human-cost-of-wildfires-protecting-health-in-a-changing-climate/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T120000
DTSTAMP:20241114T210658Z
CREATED:20241114T210658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T210658Z
UID:5420-1734519600-1734523200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/climate-change-and-human-health-101/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000
DTSTAMP:20241113T185358Z
CREATED:20241113T185134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T185358Z
UID:5414-1733925600-1733929200@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/challenges-and-opportunities-for-extreme-heat-preparedness-and-response-in-u-s-cities/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T140000
DTSTAMP:20241030T193601Z
CREATED:20241030T193601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241030T193601Z
UID:5354-1733922000-1733925600@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/healthy-schools-healthy-children/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:external,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T160000
DTSTAMP:20241008T204252Z
CREATED:20241008T203939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T204252Z
UID:5199-1733842800-1733846400@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
SUMMARY:The NJ Safe Schools Program at Rutgers
DESCRIPTION:The December 2024 seminar of the Philadelphia Regional Center for Children’s Environmental Health: The NJ Safe Schools Program at Rutgers School of Public Health\, and\, selected findings from 2021-2023 NJ Newer High School Teachers Training-to-Research Cohort Study. Presented by Derek G. Shendell\, D.Env\, MPH\, Professor in the Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Justice at the Rutgers School of Public Health. \nDr. Shendell focuses on community and school-based research with local participation in planning and execution\, educational training (in-person and online/hybrid) and materials\, service and technical assistance\, and evidence-based policy recommendations. He also acts as the director of the New Jersey Safe Schools Program\, where Dr. Shendell leads injury surveillance for both adolescents and young adult workers on- and off-campus and student-athletes\, cosmetology and Right to Know\, science-to-policy\, regular statewide e-communications\, and training for teachers\, supervisors\, and administrators as well as students in secondary career-technical-vocational education concerning safety and health\, child labor laws and wage and hour laws. \n  \nRegister for this Seminar:\nWe’ll follow up with the Zoom details and an iCal appointment reminder
URL:https://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/njsafeschools/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Featured,seminar,virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T180000
DTSTAMP:20241008T152613Z
CREATED:20240716T171336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T152613Z
UID:5005-1732177800-1732212000@live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io
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://live-penn-prcceh.pantheonsite.io/event/center-of-excellence-in-environmental-toxicology-symposium/
LOCATION:Penn Medicine Kelley Research Building\, 421 Curie Blvd.\, Room 252\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19104\, United States
CATEGORIES:external,PRCCEH
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