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Your Health and the Environment

WebEnvironmental health refers to the relationship between the environment, whether natural or man-made, and the health of people and their communities. This includes the air we …

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Harmful Algal Blooms NH Department of Environmental Services

WebHarmful Algal Blooms. Determining the frequency and extent of harmful organisms and associated biotoxin production in fresh and marine waters. Cyanobacteria blooms are …

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Health Impacts DES

WebThe Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) has identified the following health effects as potential outcomes from exposure to PFAS: Changes in …

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EPA Announces New Drinking Water Health Advisories for PFAS …

WebOn Wednesday, June 15, 2022, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced several non-enforceable health advisories for certain Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl …

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Lead and Copper NH Department of Environmental Services

WebThe Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) established the Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) in 1991 to protect public health and reduce exposure to lead in drinking water. That rule …

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Drinking Water NH Department of Environmental Services

WebThe mission of the NHDES Drinking Water and Groundwater Bureau (DWGB) is to protect public health by ensuring safe and reliable drinking water, through collaboration, …

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NHDES Releases State Cyanobacteria Plan NH Department of

WebConcord, NH - An effort to control cyanobacteria blooms in New Hampshire’s inland surface waters should include reducing nutrient inputs, enhancing lake …

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NHDES Issues New Fish Consumption Advisories for 5 Lakes in …

WebConcord, NH – The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) today announced new and more restrictive fish consumption limits in five lakes …

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Geology NH Department of Environmental Services

WebGeology is everywhere. The New Hampshire Geological Survey (NHGS) serves its mission to provide the public with accurate and useful information about the land, mineral and …

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Private Well Water: Using Data to Increase Well Testing and …

WebNearly half of New Hampshire residents get their water supply from unregulated private wells, many of which have contaminants at levels that exceed state …

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Asbestos NH Department of Environmental Services

WebInhalation of airborne asbestos fibers has been determined to be a cause of adverse health effects such as lung cancer, mesothelioma and asbestosis. To prevent such exposures, …

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WebHaloacetic acids five (HAA5) refer to the five haloacetic acids most commonly found in drinking water. HAA5 consists of monochloroacetic acid, dichloroacetic acid (DCA), …

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New Hampshire Environmental MediWells

WebIn November 2021 our project team met with town and legislative stakeholders to better understand the types of concerns they hear from their …

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WD dwgb-4-1 Coliform Bacteria in Drinking Water

WebConsult the Center for Disease Control or the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for further guidance on. interpreting the presence of coliform bacteria in drinking water, or …

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GREENWorks May 2024: Low Mow Spring: Give Your Lawn (And …

WebHave you ever heard of the No Mow May movement? No Mow May is a recent annual campaign started by Plantlife. The goal of this campaign is to discourage …

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NHDES Jobs NH Department of Environmental Services

WebNHDES promises opportunities for meaningful work that benefits your community and the region. Through your work at NHDES, you will help us achieve our mission of helping to …

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License and Certifications NH Department of Environmental …

WebFor contractors, workers and consultants doing asbestos work in New Hampshire. Every company or individual performing asbestos-related work in New Hampshire is required to …

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Contact NH Department of Environmental Services

WebThe main headquarters for NHDES is at 29 Hazen Drive in Concord, NH, 03301; (603) 271-3503. However, NHDES also maintains several regional offices to accommodate the …

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Staff Directory NH Department of Environmental Services

WebSearch for staff by name, topic or keyword. Click on staff names for additional information. Click a Related Tag to see all staff with that same tag.

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