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Targeted Toxins
I-PREPARE Environmental HistoryI-PREPARE Environmental History Pocket Guide This guide describes the mnemonic cues nurses and other health care providers use to ask questions about a patient's residence, past and present work history, neighborhood exposures, hobbies, recreational activities and other essential points for collection and documentation of environmental health history in primary care settings. Developed by ATSDR in partnership with WHEN and other organizations. Download a copy here.
Greening Tips
Green Cleaning Alternatives Do's and Don'ts of Green Cleaning
Do: Use the least toxic substance first try elbow power instead of chemical power.
Don't: Use substances in a spray can or with a wide-area sprayer. If it has a label with the word POISON or DANGER, find something else to use!
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Air Freshener Leave an open bowl of white vinegar out - will remove odors.
Mix dried lavender and rosemary in equal parts as potpourri in dishes. Change frequently!
All Purpose Cleaner Mix 1/2 cup borax and 1/2 cup water in a spray bottle
All purpose cleaner and disinfectant
Mix 1/2 cup vinegar and 1/2 cup water in a spray bottle
Fun Things to Green Your LifeClick here to view 10 fun things to make your life greener. See how many you are already doing. |
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