Are you concerned about harmful chemicals in food or everyday products? Do you have other questions about environmental health, like how to manage asthma or make your home or community a healthier place for you and your family?
The Environmental Health Investigations Branch is here to help.
We work with community members and collaborate with local health agencies, community-based organizations, and other partners to identify and address environmental hazards. Together we are creating healthier environments for everyone in California.
Our website is organized by topic and describes our programs and services to help you find the information you need.
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Many things in our environment can affect our health — the foods we eat, the things we touch, the air we breathe, and the climate we live in.
“Environmental health” is the area of public health that studies how the environment influences human health and takes action to protect health, prevent disease and promote safer environments.