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FD207 Plan Review Course
Course OverviewThis free, five-day, virtual course provides a comprehensive overview of the plan review process for retail food establishments based on menu and food preparation procedures with an end goal of reducing foodborne illnesses resulti...
FD204 Temporary Food Establishments Course
Course OverviewThis free, four-day, virtual course prepares participants to effectively conduct:An application reviewA menu reviewAn inspection of a temporary food establishment (TFE) and institute corrective actionsThe course also focuses on:Pr...
Excellence in Sustainability Award Winners
2016 Winner: City of Plano, Environmental Health & Sustainability DepartmentProject SummaryThe All in Together: Water Smart Plano campaign is an innovative, holistic approach to reducing water use through education and outreach. Summer water use...
Environmental Health Tracking Podcast Series
The Environmental Health Tracking Podcast Series features four different EH health departments and their tracking program. Each podcast shares the history, challenges, and successes of the program and goals for the future.Topics include:How the ...
Environmental Assessment Interviewing Skills
As part of the Colorado Environmental Assessment Quick Train series, this module highlights laboratory and non-laboratory techniques for identifying causative agents, types of specimens, and important considerations for the collection and submis...
Election Process
Election Guidance PDF Version 51°µÍø Annual Board Elections - Your Voice, Your FutureThe 51°µÍø invites all Professional and Life members to participate in our upcoming annual Board of Directors election. This is...
Dr. Bailus Walker, Jr. Diversity and Inclusion Awareness Award
This award is given annually to recognize an individual or group who has made significant achievements in developing or enhancing a more culturally diverse, inclusive, and competent environment. The qualified individual or group will demonstrate...
Donations
Invest in the Future of Environmental HealthYour donation supports 51°µÍøâ€™s mission to equip environmental health professionals with the training, resources, and connections they need to make a difference for their communities. By contributing, yo...
December 2015
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 78, No. 5 View the IssueAbout the Cover In July 2013, an outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease occurred at a long-term care facility in a suburb of Columbus, Ohio. A total of 39 cases were confirmed; of those c...
Authors & Contributors
The Journal of Environmental Health (JEH) advances the science and practice of environmental public health by publishing timely, relevant, and high-quality research and practical insights that inform decision-making, strengthen professional prac...
Congressperson Rob Wittman Visits Harris Teeter Store
April 25, 202251°µÍø organized a site visit for Representative Rob Wittman (R-VA) at a local Harris Teeter grocery store in Williamsburg, Virginia, on Friday, April 22.Representative Wittman, cochair of the Congressional Public Health Caucus, work...
Congress Finally Enacts Omnibus Spending Package for Fiscal Year 2022
Date posted: Wednesday, March 9, 2022Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDEmail of Blog Poster: dfarquhar@neha.orgThe U.S. House of Representatives voted on Wednesday, March 9, 2022, on an omnibus spending bill that would fund the Centers for Disease C...
CIFOR Resources
The Council to Improve Foodborne Outbreak Response (CIFOR) is a multidisciplinary collaboration of national associations and local, state and federal agencies representing epidemiology programs, environmental health programs, public health labor...
Certificates of Merit
Each affiliate in good standing is invited to designate one of its members and/or a team to receive a Certificate of Merit, thereby nationally recognizing one of their own for outstanding contributions to the environmental health profession.This...
Awards
In a world where environmental health professionals are unsung heroes, our association's awards are an opportunity to spotlight and honor accomplishments. Each year we recognize individuals and groups for outstanding contributions to the advanc...
April 2022: Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services
Direct From CDC/Environmental Health Services ColumnJournal of Environmental Health (Volume 84, Number 8)Editor's Note: The 51°µÍø strives to provide up-to-date and relevant information on environmental health ...
April 2022
Journal of Environmental Health Volume 84, Number 8 View the IssueAbout the Cover Governmental food safety professionals (FSPs) play a critical role in verifying that the food industry is fulfilling its responsibilities. Without the ability to a...
Annual Reports
51°µÍøâ€™s 2025 Annual Report commemorates landmarks in environmental health practice and a year of significant impact for the association. We invite you to learn about the profession's collective achievements, thought leadership, and critical advoc...
Woven Strong: The Environmental Health Tapestry
Interlacing knowledge, experience, and innovation in the heart of AmericaJoin us in Kansas City, Missouri, August 3-6, 2026, for 51°µÍø's Annual Educational Conference (AEC) & Exhibition, where the brightest minds in environmental health come ...
AEC Schedule
Take a moment to review 51°µÍø's 2026 Annual Educational Conference (AEC) & Exhibition schedule. Register Here (function() { var script = document.createElement("script"); script.src = "https://app.swapcard...
AEC Call for Abstracts
Woven Strong: The Environmental Health TapestryCall for Abstracts — AEC 2026 in Kansas CityInterlacing knowledge, experience, and innovation in the heart of AmericaThe strongest fabric needs every fiber, and that includes yours.At the 51°µÍø Annua...
Advertising in the Journal
The Journal, which we publish, provides peer-reviewed scientific articles as well as commentaries, reports, and review articles. The Journal also keeps readers up-to-date on current issues, new research, useful products and services, and employ...
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We can help get your business in front of environmental health decision makers and professionals with buying power. Reach thousands of professionals who seek industry products, services, information, and expertise to help advance their organizat...
Accomplishments So Far
Date posted: Thursday, June 2, 2022 - 13:30Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDEmail of Blog Poster: dfarquhar@neha.orgAs we approach the halfway mark of this year, I thought I would reflect on the activities that our Government Affairs department has...
A. Harry Bliss Editor’s Award
Dr. A. Harry Bliss was the Journal editor in 1969, the year this award was first presented. When he retired, the award was named after him to honor his 40 years of involvement in Journal production. The A. Harry Bliss Editor's Award recognizes o...
Upcoming & Previous AECs
Future Annual Education Conference & Exhibitions2027Portland, OregonOregon Convention CenterJune 28 – July 1, 20272026Kansas City, MissouriSheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown CenterAugust 3 – 6, 20262025 AEC RecordingsSessions from 2025 AEC ...
2021 Year in Government Affairs
Date posted: Monday, January 10, 2022Blog poster: Doug Farquhar, JDI've completed my first full year as director of Government Affairs for 51°µÍø and, as such, would like to list the accomplishments of the program in 2021.This endeavor is more tha...
2015 AEC
Imagine the New 51°µÍø: Tools for Success Today and Making a Difference TomorrowOrlando, Florida! Almost 1,000 environmental health professionals flocked to this hot and sunny location to attend 51°µÍø's 2015 Annual Educational Conference (AEC) &...
Professional Food Manager Online Course
The Professional Food Manager Online Course prepares those working in the food and beverage industries with the knowledge needed to pass the ANSI/CFP-approved Certified Professional Food Manager exam. It provides culinary and hospitality profess...