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Radiation Therapy
Radiation therapy uses focused beams of radiation to target cancer cells and destroying their ability to divide. There are many different types of radiation therapy that can be used to treat tumors. Radiation therapy does not make patients radioactive.
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The Truth about Lead Paint Poisoning
Brochure relays Information about the Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule for Property Managers.
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Lead-Safe Certified Media Campaign Outreach to Contractors
A selection of EPA media content to be reused by contractors in their own materials, including banners, articles, and brochures.
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Executive Summary of EPA 747-R-99-002
Executive Summary for the report "Lead Exposure Associated with Renovation and Remodeling Activities: Phase III, Wisconsin Childhood Blood-Lead Study, March 1999 (EPA 747-R-99-002)".
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Executive Summary of EPA 747-R-99-001
Summary of a report about lead exposure associated with renovation and remodeling activities.
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Bức Họa Thông Tin việc Chuẩn Bị cho Thiên Tai
Các bức họa cung cấp mẹo riêng để người dân sử dụng trong khi chuẩn bị đối phó với các thiên tai tiềm ẩn như mùa bão.
Vietnamese infographics on preparing for natural disasters like hurricanes. -
EPA Enforces Lead-based Paint Laws to Protect You and Your Family
This is a fact sheet for EPA Enforces Lead-based Paint Laws to Protect You and Your Family
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Are schools required to follow EPA's IAQ Tools for Schools guidance?
EPA does not require schools to use the voluntary IAQ Tools for Schools guidance, nor does it require the retention or submission of any information gathered. However, some states have recently enacted legislation that require schools to take specific IAQ actions. EPA also does not require air monitoring in schools…
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Is air monitoring required in schools?
At present, EPA does not require air monitoring in schools. However, your state or local jurisdiction may have implemented some type of monitoring requirements. Learn more about indoor air quality (IAQ) laws in your state by visiting the Environmental Law Institute (ELI) website. View ELI's database of state IAQ laws…
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Teachers and Healthy Indoor School Environments
Teachers can be powerful advocates for creating healthy indoor environments, including improving school indoor air quality (IAQ). As they are on the front lines, teachers can perceive when IAQ changes affect students and themselves.
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How does indoor air quality in schools affect children with asthma?
Asthma triggers can be found at school. An Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Program can reduce the pollutants, irritants, and triggers and help provide a healthier school for students and staff. There are many steps that a school district can take to reduce asthma triggers, such as: Have an IAQ…
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Renovation and Repair, Part of Indoor Air Quality Design Tools for Schools
Renovation is one of the major causes of poor indoor air quality (IAQ) in schools, and is often conducted while the building is occupied.
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School IAQ Assessment Mobile App Frequently Asked Questions
Basic frequently asked questions page for school IAQ assessment mobile app
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Enfografi pou Katastwòf Natirèl
Grafik ki genyen konsèy pou rezidan yo itilize pandan y ap prepare yo pou katastwòf natirèl ki ka genyen tankou sezon siklòn.
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Bois Forte Indoor Air Quality Program
The Bois Forte Indoor Air Quality Program acted swiftly and aggressively to tackle mold and moisture problems in its community members’ homes after several residents became ill as a result of environmental exposures.
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Affordable Housing with Indoor AirPlus
Indoor AirPlus partners play an important role by developing income-eligible housing typically designated for lower-income households.
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Indoor AirPlus Partnership
List of contractor and builder EPA resources related to Indoor airPLUS.
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What about mold in large buildings?
EPA has a number of resources available: Building Air Quality: A Guide for Building Owners and Facility Managers - Appendix C - Moisture, Mold and Mildew Read the publication " Mold Remediation in Schools and Commercial Buildings Read the publication, "A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture, and Your Home" Una…
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Инфографика по стихийным бедствиям
Иллюстрации и советы по подготовке к возможным стихийным бедствиям, например, сезону ураганов.
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Mold: Worker and Employer Guide to Hazards and Recommended Controls
The document summarizes basic procedures for mold remediation after flooding and other disasters with an emphasis on worker protection.