Housing conditions can significantly affect public health. Childhood lead poisoning, injuries, respiratory diseases such as asthma, and quality of life issues have been linked to substandard housing units nationwide. Residents of these units are also at increased risk for fire, electrical injuries, falls, rodent bites, and other illnesses and injuries. Other issues of concern include exposure to pesticide residues, indoor toxicants, tobacco smoke, and combustion gases.
There are many different environmental health hazards around your home and garden. See the publications below for information on specific hazards. Be sure to check out the booklet Environmental Hazards in the Home for more comprehensive home environmental health issues.
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