Maryland Environmental Health Network
We envision a Maryland where children and adults enjoy clean food, air and water, and benefit from safe environments in their homes, schools and communities.
Pesticide Resources
Looking for resources on the links between health and pesticides? The Maryland Pesticide Network (MPN) is committed to providing the public, health care providers, public health and environmental health professionals and advocates, scientists and policymakers with up-to date information on pesticides and their impact on public health and the environment. Visit their resource page: MPN Resources and Publications .
Sign the Smart on Pesticides Maryland petition to to pass a bill creating a simple and cost-neutral, centralized online pesticide reporting database in Maryland’s 2013 General Assembly.
The December MEHN meeting focused on the prevalence of pesticides in our bay and in our bodies. Check out the presentations from the meeting:
- Maryland Pesticide Network Presentation
Ruth Berlin, Executive Director, Maryland Pesticide Network
“Pesticides and our Waterways, Policies and Smart on Pesticides Campaign” - Integrated Pest Management Presentation
Matt Wallach, Project Director, IPM in Health Care Facilities & Community Outreach Project
“Reducing harmful chemicals for patients, staff, and the environment through the adoption of green practices.” - Framework for a Sustainable Future
Jay Feldman, Director, Beyond Pesticides
“Why Risk Assessment Has Not Worked for Pesticide Safety and Green Alternatives Adoption”
