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  1. Poly- and Per-fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS)
    Exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a public health concern. PFAS are considered a contaminant of concern in New Hampshire. Often called forever chemicals, this large family of
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/poly-and-fluoroalkyl-substances-pfas
  2. Weekly Call for Healthcare Providers and Public Health Partners Presentation, February 11, 2021
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov//sites/g/files/ehbemt476/files/documents2/hcp-call-presentation-021121.pdf
  3. BiomonitoringNH Projects
    2019 - 2024 Projects The BiomonitoringNH Program is conducting a targeted investigation into NH children's lead exposure. NH law requires lead testing for all children at ages one and two, and&n
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/population-health/public-health-laboratories/biomonitoring/biomonitoringnh
  4. Information for Parents
    Lead is a naturally occurring metal that can be found in our home, work, school, or childcare environments. People can be exposed to lead by ingesting lead dust or paint chips, consuming lead-contamin
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/lead-poisoning-prevention-program/information
  5. Tracking Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
    Carbon monoxide is found in combustion fumes, such as those made by cars and trucks, portable generators, wood-burning stoves, gas ranges and heating systems. CO from these fumes can build up in place
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/environmental-public-health-tracking/tracking-carbon
  6. Tracking Childhood Lead Poisoning
    Too much lead in the body can cause permanent damage to the brain, kidneys, nervous system and red blood cells. In children, exposure to lead may result in: Behavioral Problems Decreased Intel
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/environmental-public-health-tracking/tracking-0
  7. Tracking Cancer
    Cancers generally develop gradually as a result of a complex mix of factors related to lifestyle choices, environment and genetics. Each type of cancer is caused by a different set of factors, some we
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/environmental-health-and-you/environmental-public-health-tracking/tracking-cancer
  8. NH DHHS Identifies Two Kittens with Rabies in North Conway, NH; Advises Residents to Avoid Direct Contact with Stray Animals
    Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has identified rabies in two stray kittens from North Conway, New Hampshire. DHHS is advising residents to avoid direct c
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/news-and-media/nh-dhhs-identifies-two-kittens-rabies-north-conway-nh-advises-residents-avoid-direct
  9. NH DHHS Identifies First Detection Of Omicron Variant
    Concord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has identified the first detection of the COVID-19 virus Omicron variant in a New Hampshire resident. This person is
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/news-and-media/nh-dhhs-identifies-first-detection-omicron-variant
  10. Information for Organizations Operating a Syringe Service Program
    Legal Authorities and Requirements SSPs are allowable in New Hampshire based on the passage of SB 234 (Laws of 2017, Chapter 117) on June 16, 2017. The bill: Exempts residual amounts of contr
    https://www.dhhs.nh.gov/programs-services/disease-prevention/infectious-disease-control/information-organizations-operating
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