Colorado Environmental Health Association

09/03/2026

Stay alert!⚠️

It’s toxic algae season, and it usually runs through the fall.

If you experience skin irritation or a rash after swimming or wading in a lake or pond, or if you feel ill after being in the water, rinse off with clean water and contact your medical provider. Rinse your pet’s fur and paws, and keep pets from licking or ingesting algae. Consult your veterinarian if your pets show signs of illness.

Learn more about algae conditions at Colorado lakes and reservoirs.

➡️ Visit https://coepht.colorado.gov/toxic-algae

08/24/2026

What's Your Disco Style?

Hippie casual? Sequin flare? Whether you come in bell bottoms, tie-dye, or a jumpsuit, we look forward to dancing the night away with you at the 70s disco themed banquet at the AEC on Wednesday, September 23rd. If you haven't gotten your outfit together yet, there is still time! Bring your best for a chance to win our costume contest!

Visit cehaweb.com to learn more.

08/18/2026

As a result of the Coast Citrus Distributors recall, additional recalls are being conducted for recalled jalapeños and products containing recalled jalapeños due to potential Salmonella contamination. https://www.fda.gov/food/outbreaks-foodborne-illness/outbreak-investigation-salmonella-jalapeno-august-2026

Check the latest FDA and USDA-FSIS recall information and impacted products and do not use affected items. https://www.fsis.usda.gov/recalls-alerts/fsis-issues-public-health-alert-various-meat-and-poultry-products-containing-fda-0

08/13/2026

Summer may be ending, but the biggest event in Environmental Health is just getting started! The 2026 Better Together Mega AEC hits the Denver Metro area September 21–24. Join CEHA, WAFDO, and RMFSC for four days of learning, connection, and celebration.

Expect educational tracks spanning food, water, air, cannabis, outbreak investigations, emergency response, and more — plus a pre-conference workshop with TEDx speaker Rich Hopkins, a ’70s-themed banquet night, and a silent auction supporting EH scholarships.

Registration is open until August 31 — spots are filling fast! Come for the education, stay for the connections, and celebrate decades of collaboration.

See you there!

https://cehaweb.com/

08/04/2026

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NEW MAJOR ALERT 🚨 Environmental Public Health is CSU's newest major, expanded from a concentration and designed to help you join a growing field of scientists focused on the way our environment affects our health.
Learn more about this major and its career paths now: https://admissions.colostate.edu/programs/environmental-public-health/

07/13/2026

Do you have photos from your environmental health journey over the past few decades? As we celebrate our 70th year, we'd love to look forward by looking back-and share the memories that have shaped us. The good, the bad, and the ugly... all are welcome! Let's enjoy some laughs together (and maybe shed a few meaningful tears).

Please send your photos to [email protected]. They'll be featured at this year's Annual Education Conference in September.

07/09/2026

📣 Call for Abstracts!
2026 Annual Education Conference, September 21st-24th in Lakewood, Colorado.

Are you working on innovative projects or regulation updates, or have success stories that advance environmental health? We’re looking for passionate professionals to share their knowledge at this year’s Annual Education Conference!

🔍 What We’re Looking For:
• Emerging research
• Program highlights
• Case studies
• Creative solutions to environmental health challenges
• Lessons learned and best practices

📅 Deadline: August 1, 2026
📨 Submit your abstract: https://cehaweb.com/page-18178

Earn a free conference day and join us in shaping an inspiring and forward-thinking event for environmental health professionals across Colorado and beyond. We can’t wait to hear from you!

07/07/2026

You do not have to live near a wildfire to be affected by smoke.

Smoke can travel far from active fires, and conditions can change quickly with wind and weather. When smoke is present, limit heavy outdoor activity, keep windows and doors closed when possible, and use recirculate mode in your vehicle.

Check current air quality:
https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/air_quality.aspx

06/22/2026

Salmonella Outbreak Update: 513 people sick, 134 hospitalized with 1 death, in 42 states and Puerto Rico from contact with backyard poultry.

Backyard poultry can carry Salmonella germs that can make you sick. Take steps to keep yourself and your flock healthy.

https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks/saintpaul-04-26/index.html

06/19/2026

Earlier today, NEHA's Dr. David Dyjack, Tom Butts and Jim Rada received a briefing from the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment (CDPHE) on the complex regulatory and health issues associated with H**p Industry.

The scientific and policy briefing was followed by an on-site tour of Balance Health Botanicals of Denver Colorado, to gain insight into operational issues.

Pictured: Staff and leadership of CDPHE, NEHA and Balanced Health Botanicals.