We investigate health and exposure problems
EHIB responds to emerging environmental health problems, clusters of non-infectious disease, and disasters associated with environmental agents by investigating.
We collect health and exposure data
EHIB monitors trends in the distribution of environmental exposures and health indicators in California.
We provide public health oversight, technical assistance, and training
State and local health agencies, the state legislature, and communities turn to EHIB when environmental health problems require training, consultation, advice on environmental health intervention, or evaluation of epidemiologic and toxicologic evidence.
We rely on participation and partnerships
To ensure that projects are responsive to public concerns and needs, EHIB invites community members, scientists and other involved groups to participate in all stages of activities, including selecting which issues to address and evaluating project success.
We develop policy recommendations
Using information obtained from our investigations, EHIB helps develop state public health policy, initiatives and recommendations.
We maintain scientific preparedness
EHIB staff members are developing research methods in the emerging field of environmental health and strive to remain current with developments in relevant fields and the larger society.