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It's called the Public Health Network Innovation Exchange.
California Governor Gavin Newsom says it's a direct response to the dismantling of federal public health systems.
Newsom has hired Susan Monarez, the CDC director that Trump fired in August, and Dr. Deb Harry, a former top CDC official, to lead the effort.
It's meant to be a collaboration between states to better detect and respond to emerging health threats and to maintain trust in science-driven public health policy.
It's currently funded for $4 million from California's budget.
PFAS are a class of chemicals that have been used for decades to waterproof and stain-proof products. They've been linked to certain cancers and damage to the liver and immune system. Last April, the Biden administration set limits on the amount of PFAS chemicals allowed in drinking water, requiring community water systems to start installing filters to remove them.
PFAS are a class of chemicals that have been used for decades to waterproof and stain-proof products. They've been linked to certain cancers and damage to the liver and immune system. Last April, the Biden administration set limits on the amount of PFAS chemicals allowed in drinking water, requiring community water systems to start installing filters to remove them.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that the agency is delaying the compliance timeline for some chemicals and reconsidering the allowable levels for others.
EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced that the agency is delaying the compliance timeline for some chemicals and reconsidering the allowable levels for others.
Health advocates worry that the move will delay the removal of these chemicals from drinking water and that more people will be exposed to chemicals that can contribute to chronic health problems. Ping Huang, NPR News.
Health advocates worry that the move will delay the removal of these chemicals from drinking water and that more people will be exposed to chemicals that can contribute to chronic health problems. Ping Huang, NPR News.