Environmental Health

Water testing in public health lab, chemical testing in public health lab 

APHL’s Environmental Health Department focuses on the role of the laboratory in detecting the presence of contaminants – both in people and in our environment.

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Scientists conferring in inorganic nonmetals lab 

APHL supports laboratories as they assess exposure to contaminants both within people and within the environment.

Lab scientist conducting water analysis 

During a chemical spill or terrorist event, laboratories analyze blood to assess exposure.

Water testing in public health lab 

Environmental laboratories test water and other media to ensure people are not exposed to unhealthy levels of contamination.