Did you know that toxic chemicals can escape from products and settle in the home environment, such as in dust? This can potentially affect the health of children who are exposed in the home. Learn more:
Professional development focused on
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equips healthcare workers with the latest tools to protect patients and communities. Let’s push boundaries, embrace innovation, and grow this vital field. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
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True or False: there are currently 9 priority chemicals identified by the Toxic Free Kids program. Comment your answer below. Learn more about priority chemicals here:
MDH engaged with MN residents, health care providers, health plan companies, researchers, & organizations working on behalf of Minnesotans to produce the final report from the Study of Telehealth Expansion & Payment Parity. Read the report & learn more:
Respiratory infections can spread quickly in healthcare settings. Take action and reduce risk with these
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reminders from Project Firstline. Learn more:
MN’s DRAFT 10-year action plan for safe and sufficient drinking water lays out how we can stay ahead of emerging risks (such as contaminants, pathogens, and climate change) that can impact drinking water quality. Review & provide input by 10/17.
Children may be exposed to harmful chemicals in the air they breathe, the water they drink, or the soil they touch or swallow. Visit to learn how to make sure your child has a safe environment.
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Did you know Children’s Environmental Health Day is on October 10, 2024? This day reminds us to champion children’s environmental health and ensure children are protected from toxic exposures. Learn more:
MN’s DRAFT 10-year action plan for safe and sufficient drinking water includes improving access to private well testing and treatment to help protect 1.1 million private well users’ health. Review & provide input by 10/17.
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#DownSyndromeAwarenessMonth
! 🎉 Each October, we raise awareness and celebrate our loved ones with Down syndrome. See how you can get involved this year at . 💙💛
Become a facilitator for the It’s That Easy!: A Guide to Raising Sexually Healthy Children Program. Join our free virtual training on 10/23 & 10/24 where you will learn best practices to promote healthy sexual development. Register:
MN’s DRAFT 10-year action plan for safe and sufficient drinking water includes supporting & growing the water operator & well contractor workforces. Review & provide input by 10/17.
We can make a difference in the health of Minnesota kids. Celebrate National Child Health Day today by playing with your child outside, scheduling your child’s next routine checkup, or leading by example with a healthy lifestyle.
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Telehealth can be a tool to improve health equity by increasing options for accessing care. But more needs to be done to improve access to telehealth Read the new MDH report from the Study of Telehealth Expansion and Payment Parity and learn more: