What’s Happening?

This page is your portal to current events that focus on how the environment may impact the health of children. The content of this page will change frequently so check back often.

DAVID LAKEY, MD APPOINTED COMMISSIONER OF HEALTH FOR THE STATE OF TEXAS
David Lakey, a pediatric infectious disease specialist for the SWCPEH was recently appointed commissioner of the Texas Department of State Health Services. He will be missed.

THE NATIONAL CHILDREN’S STUDY
A very exciting, extensive national study of the impact of the environment on children’s health has been in the planning stages for many years. The National Children’s Study will examine the effects of environmental influences on the health and development of more than 100,000 children across the United States, following them from before birth until age 21. The goal of the study is to improve the health and well-being of children. Pilot programs are now in place. For more information, see The National Children’s Study web site. Two study sites were added in 2007, The University of New Mexico and The University of Texas Health Science Center, San Antonio. See new study sites for details.

RECENT REGIONAL CASES FROM ATSDR
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) regional office in Dallas covers the states of Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Oklahoma. The regional office has a listing of current health consultations and public health assessments. Check this link for information on sites that may be in your area or may be similar to your concerns.