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Plastic is good??? That’s what kids will be learning in school.

Plastic is good??? That’s what kids will be learning in school.

Sep 3, 2026

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New Blog Post: California’s Climate Progress Faces New Challenges – Grace Kistner

New Blog Post: California’s Climate Progress Faces New Challenges – Grace Kistner

May 6, 2026

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NEW BLOG: California’s 2026 Climate Summit suggests progress, but still a way to go

NEW BLOG: California’s 2026 Climate Summit suggests progress, but still a way to go

Apr 19, 2026

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Statement from California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice on the Killing of Alex Jeffrey Pretti

Statement from California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice on the Killing of Alex Jeffrey Pretti

Jan 28, 2026

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Toxins are NOT Part of a Balanced Diet

Toxins are NOT Part of a Balanced Diet

Apr 4, 2024

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A Reflection: Farmworker Reality Tour

A Reflection: Farmworker Reality Tour

Sep 13, 2023

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Santa Cruz County should not be using a pesticide banned in 34 countries — that is environmental racism.

Santa Cruz County should not be using a pesticide banned in 34 countries — that is environmental racism.

Feb 9, 2023

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The Ugly Side of Pesticides

The Ugly Side of Pesticides

Jun 16, 2022

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The Heat’s On

The Heat’s On

Jul 20, 2021

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Nurses and Fish are Exposed to the Same Medications

Nurses and Fish are Exposed to the Same Medications

Jun 25, 2021

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Endangered Species: Urban Youth

Endangered Species: Urban Youth

May 15, 2021

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“The climate is changing and so must we. Another “The climate is changing and so must we.  Another “hottest summer” on earth and we still can’t seem to get the message to our president and federal legislators about the urgency of climate change.  In CA, small steps are being taken by our legislature to keep federal dollars ($75M) from being used to create a coal storage facility in Oakland. Coal is the dirtiest  fossil fuel. The environmental health and justice issues are clear. Coal or any other form of fossil fuels are not what we need now or ever more.” -Barbara Sattler, RN, DrPH, FAAN
 

What do you think? Let us know in the comments!

#califórnia #ab40 #cleanair #cleanenergy #climateaction #environmentaljustice #environmentalprotection #stopcoal #coalpollution #oakland #bayarea #communityhealth #climatejustice #protectourcommunities #sustainability #fossilfuels #actonclimate
“California Nurses for Environmental Health and Ju “California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice is urging the EPA to include microplastics and nanoplastics in the final Sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6). Growing evidence indicates that these particles, and plastic associated chemicals detected in water, including PFAS, phthalates, bisphenols, and flame retardants-may pose significant risks to human health. National monitoring is an essential first step toward understanding exposure, protecting drinking water, and preventing harm.“ - Teri Olson, RN

Check out the CNEHJ website to read the full letter submitted to EPA. 

We can’t protect what we don’t measure. Check our her submission today!

#microplatics #nanoplastics #drinkingwater #waterquality #environmentalhealth #publichealth #pfas #cleanwater #environmentaljustice #cnehj #nursesforhealth
Join us at a community meeting near you to hear ab Join us at a community meeting near you to hear about the plan, share your experiences, and help make it even stronger.

📍 Manteca Library
 Thursday, September 10 | 6:00–7:00 PM
 320 W. Center St., Manteca

📍 Ripon Branch Library
 Friday, September 18 | 5:00–6:00 PM
 333 W. Main St., Ripon

📍 Lodi Public Library
 Tuesday, September 22 | 5:00–6:00 PM
 201 W. Locust St., Lodi

📍 Tracy Branch Library
 Friday, September 25 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
 20 E. Eaton Ave., Tracy

📍 Maya Angelou Southeast Branch Library – Stockton
 Monday, September 28 | 5:30–6:30 PM
 2324 Pock Ln., Stockton

📍 Margaret K. Troke Branch Library – Stockton
 Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30–7:30 PM
 502 W. Benjamin Holt Dr., Stockton

📍 Weston Ranch Library – Stockton
 Tuesday, October 6 | 6:00–7:00 PM
 1453 French Camp Rd., Stockton

🍽️ Free food & refreshments
 👧 On-site childcare available
 🗣️ Spanish translation available at all meetings
 💬 Khmer translation also available at the Maya Angelou and Margaret K. Troke meetings

Come share your voice and help shape how San Joaquin County prepares for extreme heat. ☀️

#sanjoaquincounty #yourvoicematters #extremeheat #communityresilience #heatsafety
California Nurses for Environmental Health & Justi California Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice, SJC Public Health Services and Browne Musser are hosting public comment sessions for the “Extreme Heat Health Promotion Plan.” Join us to hear about the Plan, share your feedback, and help make the Plan even stronger!
 
Free food and refreshments will be provided
Free on-site childcare will be provided by a licensed childcare provider
Spanish and Khmer translation services will be available 
Please see flyer for more information about time and location for each session.
 
We look forward to hearing from our community!
“When it’s really hot, EVERYONE is at risk but som “When it’s really hot, EVERYONE is at risk but some populations are especially vulnerable.  As part of CNEHJ’s Extreme Heat Grant, Mechelle Perea-Ryan, RN, PhD, did an educational program for Community Health Workers in the Central Valley, where we know they serve some of the most vulnerable populations in some of the hottest communities.” ~ Barbara Sattler, RN, DrPH, FAAN
Save the Date! 📆 Join California Nurses for Envi Save the Date! 📆 

Join California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice in Stockton, Ca on Oct 16-17th, 2026 for our fall conference exploring food systems, community health and wellbeing. 

Registration information to come, scholarships available, lunch and dinner included. 

Don’t miss out on this chance to be educated and inspired! 

✅ Mark your calendars today! 

#cnehj #savethedate #environmentalhealth #nursesforenvironmentalhealth #healthjustice #foodsystems #organicfarming #sustainableagriculture #publichealth #centralvalleyca #stockton
SB 1259 has already passed the Senate and its Asse SB 1259 has already passed the Senate and its Assembly policy committees. It now heads to the floor for a full vote in the Assembly. 

For generations, communities in Carson, Wilmington, and Benicia have lived in the shadow of refinery operations - breathing in toxic air, watching neighbors get sick, dealing with flares and explosions. 

Now, as refineries close or idle, those same communities are being asked to plan for what’s next without knowing the most basic facts: 
How contaminated is the site? 
How much will cleanup cost? 
Who’s paying for it?

Every other heavily polluting industry in California - coal, nuclear, solar - has to disclose this before they shut down. Refineries don’t. #sb1259 , the Refinery Transparency Act, closes that gap.

Big Oil is lobbying hard against this bill. Lawmakers need to hear from you instead. Contact your Assemblymember now to help us get it across the finish line!
Summer heat can be dangerous for kids, but a few s Summer heat can be dangerous for kids, but a few simple steps can help keep them safe.

💧 Offer water often, even before they’re thirsty. Avoid juice or sugary drinks. 
👕 Dress them in loose, light-colored clothing.
🌡️ Skip outdoor play and sports during the hottest part of the day.
🏊 Cool off with water play or spend time in air-conditioned places like libraries, malls, or movie theaters.
👶 Never leave a baby or child alone in a car. Vehicles can reach deadly temperatures in just minutes, even with the windows cracked.

Don’t take chances with the heat. 

Learn how to prevent heat illness and find cool places near you at HeatReady.org.

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El calor del verano puede ser peligroso para los niños, pero algunas medidas sencillas pueden ayudar a mantenerlos seguros.

💧 Ofrézcales agua con frecuencia, incluso antes de que tengan sed. Evite los jugos y las bebidas azucaradas.
👕 Vístalos con ropa floja y de colores claros.
🌡️ Evite los juegos y deportes al aire libre durante las horas más calurosas del día.
🏊 Refrésquense jugando con agua o pasando tiempo en lugares con aire acondicionado, como bibliotecas, centros comerciales o cines.
👶 Nunca deje a un bebé o niño solo dentro de un automóvil. Los vehículos pueden alcanzar temperaturas mortales en solo unos minutos, incluso con las ventanas abiertas.

No se arriesgue con el calor. 

Aprenda cómo prevenir las enfermedades causadas por el calor y encuentre lugares frescos cerca de usted en HeatReady.org.

#heatsafety #heatready #summersafety #keepkidssafe #beattheheat #sanjoaquincounty #publichealth  #cnehj 
#seguridadanteelcalor #listosparaelcalor #seguridadenverano #mantengasegurosalosniños #combataelcalor #condadodesanjoaquín #saludpublica
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