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A comparison of alcohol-related morbidity, mortality, and seatbelt use before and after Oregon's adoption of primary seatbelt legislation

Creator:: Rathsam, Michael
Abstract:: Reducing the number of intoxicated motorists and increasing seatbelt use are two strategies that have effectively reduced morbidity and mortality. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), however, suggests that reductions in alcohol-related fatalities and injuries are the result of implementing strategies associated with enforcement and judicial processing of driving...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Before and After Oregon's Adoption of Primary Seatbelt Legislation. Abstract approved: Anna K. Hardi

Solar disinfection of drinking water : Effectiveness in peri-urban households in Siddhipur Village, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Creator:: Rainey, Rochelle C.
Abstract:: The study examined pH, turbidity, and fecal contamination of drinking water from household water storage containers, wells and taps, and the Godawari River, and tested the effectiveness of solar disinfection (SODIS) in reducing levels of fecal contamination from household containers. Second, the study investigated the relationship between use of SODIS...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: . Nepal. Abstract approved: Anna K. Harding The study examined pH, turbidity, and fecal contamination

Analysis of carbon dioxide levels in a mechanically ventilated college classroom

Creator:: Silva, Andrew P.
Abstract:: Poor air quality can result in reduced productivity and higher absenteeism in students, fatigue, eye, nose and throat irritation and reduced comfort. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) estimates that 2 million education employees work in areas with poor indoor air quality. The measurement of carbon dioxide often is...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Carbon Dioxide Levels in a Mechanically Ventilated College Classroom. Abstract approved: Anna K

Evaluating the public health risks of methylmercury exposure and benefits from omega-3 fatty acids and selenium from fish consumption

Creator:: Cusack, Leanne K.
Abstract:: Although fish are a nutritious food source, they also are the main source of methylmercury exposure in U.S. populations. This research examined the risks from methylmercury and benefits from omega-3 fatty acids and selenium from fish consumption. The first study provided the first region-specific quantitative risk/benefit analysis for nine commonly...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: approved: ______________________________________________________ Anna K. Harding Although fish are a

Effect and uptake of cadmium and lead mixtures on selected vegetables : environmental and public health implications

Creator:: Nwosu, Julius U.
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Redacted for Privacy Anna K. Harding d Heavy metal pollution in the environment has

Factors influencing individual attitudes toward environmental health communications

Creator:: Lenz, Holly Hanson
Abstract:: The likelihood of achieving an effective environmental health communications program increases with a knowledge of the target audience's attitudes toward their environmental health concerns, source credibility, preferred channels of communication, and desire to participate in environmental issues. With this in mind, the purpose of this study was threefold: 1) to...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Attitudes Toward Environmental Health Communications. Abstract approved: Anna K. Hard The likelihood

Air pollution trends in Tehran, Iran, from 1988 to 1993

Creator:: Shirazi, Mehra A.
Abstract:: Physical geography and topography combined with increasing number of motor vehicles have lead to record breaking air pollution levels in Tehran, the capital city of Iran. The objectives of this study were: 1) to document trends in Tehran, Iran's ambient air quality levels between 1988 and 1993; 2) to compare...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: . Abstract approved: Anna K. Harding Physical geography and topography combined with increasing number of

Pollution prevention strategies used by Oregon hospitals

Creator:: Patel, Neha T.
Abstract:: Waste generated by the health care industry has been cited as a major source of toxic pollution, including mercury and dioxins, which poses a serious threat to public health. The purpose of this study was to investigate pollution prevention activities of health care facilities in Oregon related to environmentally preferable...
Resource Type:: Masters Thesis
Full Text:: Prevention Strategies Used By Oregon Hospitals. Abstract approved: Anna K. Harding Waste generated by the

Analysis of Oregon's Domestic Well Testing Act data for use in a sentinel surveillance system for private well contaminants

Creator:: Hoppe, Brenda O.
Abstract:: The Safe Drinking Water Act ensures that public systems provide water that meets health standards. However, no such protection exists for millions of Americans who obtain water from private wells. Concern for safety is warranted as most wells draw from underground aquifers, and studies demonstrate that groundwater is affected by...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: Surveillance System for Private Well Contaminants Abstract approved: Anna K. Harding

Health status in migrant and seasonal farm workers, and other clients in a community and migrant health center

Creator:: Greer, Marsha
Abstract:: Unknown questions remain concerning the health of migrant farm workers, seasonal farm workers, and other rural poor people. The objectives of this study were to determine the demographic profile of a sample from a Community and Migrant Health Center; to determine the prevalence of disease in migrant farm workers, seasonal...
Resource Type:: Dissertation
Full Text:: approved: Rebecca J. Donate lle, Anna K. Hai ng Unknown questions remain concerning the health of

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A comparison of alcohol-related morbidity, mortality, and seatbelt use before and after Oregon's adoption of primary seatbelt legislation

Solar disinfection of drinking water : Effectiveness in peri-urban households in Siddhipur Village, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

Analysis of carbon dioxide levels in a mechanically ventilated college classroom

Evaluating the public health risks of methylmercury exposure and benefits from omega-3 fatty acids and selenium from fish consumption

Effect and uptake of cadmium and lead mixtures on selected vegetables : environmental and public health implications

Factors influencing individual attitudes toward environmental health communications

Air pollution trends in Tehran, Iran, from 1988 to 1993

Pollution prevention strategies used by Oregon hospitals

Analysis of Oregon's Domestic Well Testing Act data for use in a sentinel surveillance system for private well contaminants

Health status in migrant and seasonal farm workers, and other clients in a community and migrant health center

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