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Health risk information on cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) in recreational waters.
| Program: Fish
Frequently asked questions about domoic acid in seafood, tips on how to reduce your risk, and where to find more information
| Program: Fish
Fishery closure and re-opening recommendations due to biotoxin levels
| Program: Fish
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is announcing the availability of a second draft document describing a proposed health-protective concentration (HPC) for noncancer effects of hexavalent chromium (Cr(VI)) in drinking water, as part of the update to the Cr(VI) Public Health Goal (PHG).
| Program: Water
A list of registered medical supervisors in the biomonitoring program who measure cholinesterase activity in blood samples collected from agricultural workers who regularly handle category I and II organophosphate and carbamate pesticides.
| Program: Pesticides
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) added the male reproductive toxicity endpoint to the existing Proposition 65 listing of bisphenol S (BPS) for reproductive toxicity via the State's Qualified Experts mechanism, effective January 3, 2025. Meeting transcript and materials are available.
| Program: Proposition 65
The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is announcing the release of a draft report on the potential health risks associated with the use by athletes, referees, coaches and spectators of synthetic turf fields.
| Program: Risk Assessment
Effective January 3, 2025, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has added vinyl acetate to the Proposition 65 list as a carcinogen. This listing was done via the “State’s Qualified Experts” mechanism, based on the Carcinogen Identification Committee’s (CIC) determination that this chemical was clearly shown to cause cancer.
| Program: Proposition 65
Information about PAHs (Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) in fish and shellfish translated into Spanish.
| Program: Fish
Information about PAHs (Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons) in fish and shellfish.
| Program: Fish