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Uncovering workplace hazards as a medical detective
Dr. Robert Harrison delivers the 2026 Breysse Lecture on October 22
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It’s possible to test wastewater for STIs
UW and Washington State Department of Health track wastewater to help improve public health response to chlamydia and other sexually transmitted pathogens
On the Job: Payton Miksch
DEOHS undergrad does “all of the things” in rural health as intern with Yakima Health District
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for environmental and occupational health programs
400 hours in the field
where students apply classroom skills during internships as part of their undergrad experience
$23+ million
in external funding to tackle emerging environmental and occupational health challenges
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Victoria Peña, MS Applied program
Master’s student helps Sound Transit keep passengers and employees safe
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Explore urgent environmental public health problems from the health impacts of climate change to on-the-job injuries and illnesses. Gain hands-on experience in the field and lab to equip you for careers in public health, workplace safety, research and more.
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VIDEO: New Air Quality Monitor begins tracking Sea-Tac Airport pollution in Des Moines
September 26, 2026 | The SeaTac Blog | Featured: Elena Austin | ViewHow to protect yourself from wildfire smoke
September 26, 2026 | Prevention | Featured: Joan Casey | ViewWashington lawmaker proposes paper mill tank regulation after deadly Longview disaster
September 22, 2026 | Oregon Public Broadcasting | Featured: Marissa Baker | ViewHow do you heal contaminated soil? People who work in south end community gardens have ideas
September 21, 2026 | South Seattle Emerald | Featured: Vedika Bhat | ViewWHO warns Western Europe's record heat that killed at least 35,000 was a 'dress rehearsal'
September 15, 2026 | The Cool Down | Featured: Kristie L. Ebi | ViewUpcoming events
Peter A. Breysse Memorial Lecture and reception with Dr. Robert Harrison
12:30 p.m. on Oct. 22
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