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A household hazardous waste survey of Benton County, OR

Creator:

McEvoy, John

Abstract:

Every year, the United States produces at least 236 million metric tons of hazardous waste. Hazardous waste is defined as solid waste that can pose a substantial threat to human health and the environment when disposed of incorrectly. Some commonly used household products, when disposed of, become hazardous waste; historically,...

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Masters Thesis

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an environmental health risk, and preferences for a safe disposal system. Benton County residents
West Nile Virus preparedness in Multnomah County : efficacy, benefits, and limitations of adulticide use for mosquito-borne disease

Creator:

Francis, Kristin A.

Abstract:

The objectives of this study were to provide a comprehensive review of the risks and benefits of using adulticides to reduce risk of mosquito-borne disease (particularly West Nile Virus) transmission to humans, as well as to decrease annoyance from nuisance mosquitoes. The study was designed with two major research components,...

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Masters Thesis

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study is performed in conjunction with the Health Department of Multnomah County, Oregon, to assist in