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Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Category Archives: Education
Sea Grant and Lake Michigan
Jobs for Dogs and Environmental Social Science (13:13) — 8/12/2013
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In this episode, Chris and Doggus head to the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee’s School of Freshwater Sciences. Interesting things unfold outside, which call to mind unusual opportunities of employment for dogs, as well as some common sense things about feeding birds and owning dogs. Jane Harrison, an environmental social scientist working for Sea Grant, joins them for a walk and a chat about her work before Chris heads inside.
Sea Grant and Lake Michigan
Beaches, Gulls, and Bacteria (20:14) — 7/19/2013 — [Download]
In this episode, Chris and his dog stop at Harrington Beach State Park, on the shores of Lake Michigan. Listening to the gulls at the beach and seeing the warning signs about bacteria and beach closings, Chris recalls an informative conversation he had with Dr. Sandra McLellan and a graduate student from her lab, Amber Koskey. They reveal the science and challenges behind monitoring bacteria at beaches – the process that helps determine whether beaches are safe for swimming. Their work is vital for the health and safety of everyone who enjoys swimming in Lake Michigan waters.
Agenda and approximate start times – all are listed as EST – topics and order are subject to change.
12.15pm Sandra Hempel. Medical Editor and Writer,London, UK
Author of “The Medical Detective: John Snow, Cholera and the Mystery of the Broad Street Pump” (Granta)
“The Inheritor’s Powder” (Weidenfeld and Nicolson) will be published on 13th June 2013
12.35pm Michael J. McGuire, MJM, Inc. –
Legacy of Dr. John Snow: Water Filtration & Chlorination in the U.S.
during the 20th Century.
12.55pm Steve Via. American Water Works Association
Dr. John Snow: Impact on U.S. Regulation of Drinking Water
5 minute break
1.20pm Lindsay Olson. Artist In Residence
Raising Awareness About Wastewater Through Art:Manufactured River
1.45pm Deborah Falta. Undergraduate Programs Curriculum Coordinator/Senior Lecturer
Department of Public Health Sciences Clemson University
Miasma and Death by Cholera: Dr. John Snow and the Dawn of the GermTheory of Disease
2.05pm Christl Tate. Shelly Wallingford. National Environmental Health Association
Dr. John Snow: The History of the Sanitarian Profession. How far we’ve come
2.25pm Closing Comments.
You can also submit questions for the presenters during the sessions
via Twitter #BroadStPump to @OWNWMI
* Then on March 15, 1- 3 pm ET join us at #BroadStPump on Twitter to swap your water warrior horror stories or just talk about where Snow would be leading us today?
Deer Ticks Carry Yet Another Bacterial Threat
Deer Ticks Carry Yet Another Bacterial Threat.
Deer Ticks Carry Yet Another Bacterial Threat
Lyme disease is better known, but a different germ causes an infection that may lead to dementia
By Randy Dotinga
HealthDay Reporter 
WEDNESDAY, Jan. 16 (HealthDay News) — People who go outdoors in several regions of the United States may have something else to worry about. Scientists report that there’s another troublesome germ hiding in the deer tick that already harbors the Lyme disease bacterium.
There are indications that the germ infects a few thousand Americans a year, potentially causing flu-like symptoms such as fever. In one newly reported case, a woman with existing medical problems appeared to have brain swelling and dementia caused by an infection.
How to secure your Twitter account
The microblogging service’s ability to promulgate links in an instant makes Twitter a magnet for malware distributors. Prevent your Twitter account from being hijacked by using strong passwords and enabling the option to require an e-mail address or phone number to reset your password.
http://howto.cnet.com/8301-11310_39-57554341-285/how-to-secure-your-twitter-account/
What to Plant | WaterSense | US EPA
What to Plant | WaterSense | US EPA.
The United States has many different climate zones and topographic and geographic features. Each state and even areas within states differ in their ability to support different plant species without the need for supplemental water and fertilizers. The following plant lists will help you identify plants appropriate for your location. When designing your landscape for water-efficiency, be sure to choose plants that are defined as low water use or drought tolerant for your area. These plant species will be able to survive in your climate with minimal, if any, need for supplemental watering. See these simple tips for water-efficient landscaping for more ideas on lowering water use in your yard.
SepticSmart Home | Septic Onsite / Decentralized Systems | US EPA
SepticSmart Home | Septic Onsite / Decentralized Systems | US EPA. Welcome to SepticSmart!Did you know that one-quarter of all U.S. homes have septic systems? Yours may be one of them. If you’re not properly maintaining your septic system, you’re not only hurting the environment, you’re putting your family’s health at risk—and may be flushing thousands of dollars down the drain.
EPA’s SepticSmart initiative is a nation-wide public education effort that aims to inform homeowners living on properties serviced by septic systems on the importance of properly maintaining their septic system and provide valuable resources to help homeowners make important decisions regarding their wastewater management needs. The initiative also provides resources for outreach organizations and government leaders who seek promote this message locally.
Learn more about how your septic system works and simple, everyday tips on how to properly maintain it.
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