CA Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice

CA Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice California Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice is a fiscally sponsored program of Commonweal, a 501c3 non-profit organization. Educate*Advocate*Inspire

We are nurses committed to healthy people living on a healthy and equitable planet for all.

“California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice is urging the EPA to include microplastics and nanoplastics in t...
09/07/2026

“California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice is urging the EPA to include microplastics and nanoplastics in the final Sixth Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR 6). Growing evidence indicates that these particles, and plastic associated chemicals detected in water, including PFAS, phthalates, bisphenols, and flame retardants-may pose significant risks to human health. National monitoring is an essential first step toward understanding exposure, protecting drinking water, and preventing harm.“ - Teri Olson, RN

Check out the CNEHJ website to read the full letter submitted to EPA.

We can’t protect what we don’t measure. Check our her submission today!

Join us at a community meeting near you to hear about the plan, share your experiences, and help make it even stronger.📍...
09/05/2026

Join us at a community meeting near you to hear about the plan, share your experiences, and help make it even stronger.

📍 Manteca Library
Thursday, September 10 | 6:00–7:00 PM
320 W. Center St., Manteca

📍 Ripon Branch Library
Friday, September 18 | 5:00–6:00 PM
333 W. Main St., Ripon

📍 Lodi Public Library
Tuesday, September 22 | 5:00–6:00 PM
201 W. Locust St., Lodi

📍 Tracy Branch Library
Friday, September 25 | 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
20 E. Eaton Ave., Tracy

📍 Maya Angelou Southeast Branch Library – Stockton
Monday, September 28 | 5:30–6:30 PM
2324 Pock Ln., Stockton

📍 Margaret K. Troke Branch Library – Stockton
Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30–7:30 PM
502 W. Benjamin Holt Dr., Stockton

📍 Weston Ranch Library – Stockton
Tuesday, October 6 | 6:00–7:00 PM
1453 French Camp Rd., Stockton

🍽️ Free food & refreshments
👧 On-site childcare available
🗣️ Spanish translation available at all meetings
💬 Khmer translation also available at the Maya Angelou and Margaret K. Troke meetings

Come share your voice and help shape how San Joaquin County prepares for extreme heat. ☀️

California Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice, SJC Public Health Services and Browne Musser are hosting public co...
09/05/2026

California Nurses for Environmental Health & Justice, SJC Public Health Services and Browne Musser are hosting public comment sessions for the “Extreme Heat Health Promotion Plan.” Join us to hear about the Plan, share your feedback, and help make the Plan even stronger!

Free food and refreshments will be provided
Free on-site childcare will be provided by a licensed childcare provider
Spanish and Khmer translation services will be available
Please see flyer for more information about time and location for each session.

We look forward to hearing from our community!

“When it’s really hot, EVERYONE is at risk but some populations are especially vulnerable. As part of CNEHJ’s Extreme H...
08/31/2026

“When it’s really hot, EVERYONE is at risk but some populations are especially vulnerable. As part of CNEHJ’s Extreme Heat Grant, Mechelle Perea-Ryan, RN, PhD, did an educational program for Community Health Workers in the Central Valley, where we know they serve some of the most vulnerable populations in some of the hottest communities.” ~ Barbara Sattler, RN, DrPH, FAAN

Save the Date! 📆 Join California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice in Stockton, Ca on Oct 16-17th, 2026 for ou...
08/28/2026

Save the Date! 📆

Join California Nurses for Environmental Health and Justice in Stockton, Ca on Oct 16-17th, 2026 for our fall conference exploring food systems, community health and wellbeing.

Registration information to come, scholarships available, lunch and dinner included.

Don’t miss out on this chance to be educated and inspired!

✅ Mark your calendars today!

SB 1259 has already passed the Senate and its Assembly policy committees. It now heads to the floor for a full vote in t...
08/24/2026

SB 1259 has already passed the Senate and its Assembly policy committees. It now heads to the floor for a full vote in the Assembly.

For generations, communities in Carson, Wilmington, and Benicia have lived in the shadow of refinery operations - breathing in toxic air, watching neighbors get sick, dealing with flares and explosions.

Now, as refineries close or idle, those same communities are being asked to plan for what’s next without knowing the most basic facts:
How contaminated is the site?
How much will cleanup cost?
Who’s paying for it?

Every other heavily polluting industry in California - coal, nuclear, solar - has to disclose this before they shut down. Refineries don’t. , the Refinery Transparency Act, closes that gap.

Big Oil is lobbying hard against this bill. Lawmakers need to hear from you instead. Contact your Assemblymember now to help us get it across the finish line!

Summer heat can be dangerous for kids, but a few simple steps can help keep them safe.💧 Offer water often, even before t...
08/23/2026

Summer heat can be dangerous for kids, but a few simple steps can help keep them safe.

💧 Offer water often, even before they’re thirsty. Avoid juice or sugary drinks.
👕 Dress them in loose, light-colored clothing.
🌡️ Skip outdoor play and sports during the hottest part of the day.
🏊 Cool off with water play or spend time in air-conditioned places like libraries, malls, or movie theaters.
👶 Never leave a baby or child alone in a car. Vehicles can reach deadly temperatures in just minutes, even with the windows cracked.

Don’t take chances with the heat.

Learn how to prevent heat illness and find cool places near you at HeatReady.org.

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El calor del verano puede ser peligroso para los niños, pero algunas medidas sencillas pueden ayudar a mantenerlos seguros.

💧 Ofrézcales agua con frecuencia, incluso antes de que tengan sed. Evite los jugos y las bebidas azucaradas.
👕 Vístalos con ropa floja y de colores claros.
🌡️ Evite los juegos y deportes al aire libre durante las horas más calurosas del día.
🏊 Refrésquense jugando con agua o pasando tiempo en lugares con aire acondicionado, como bibliotecas, centros comerciales o cines.
👶 Nunca deje a un bebé o niño solo dentro de un automóvil. Los vehículos pueden alcanzar temperaturas mortales en solo unos minutos, incluso con las ventanas abiertas.

No se arriesgue con el calor.

Aprenda cómo prevenir las enfermedades causadas por el calor y encuentre lugares frescos cerca de usted en HeatReady.org.


The hottest days can be dangerous if you work outdoors. Protect yourself by making heat safety part of your routine.💧 Dr...
08/21/2026

The hottest days can be dangerous if you work outdoors. Protect yourself by making heat safety part of your routine.

💧 Drink water—especially drinks with electrolytes—every 15–20 minutes.
🚫 Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks.
👕 Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing and a wide-brimmed hat when possible.
⏸️ Take every break you can, especially in the shade or a cool place.
🤝 Take care of your coworkers.

Your health is just as important as the job. Learn how to stay safe on the hottest days and find more heat safety tips at HeatReady.org.

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Los días más calurosos pueden ser peligrosos si trabaja al aire libre. Protéjase haciendo la seguridad ante el calor parte de su rutina.

💧 Beba agua, especialmente bebidas con electrolitos, cada 15–20 minutos.
🚫 Evite el alcohol, la cafeína y las bebidas azucaradas.
👕 Use ropa floja y de colores claros, y un sombrero de ala ancha cuando sea posible.
⏸️ Aproveche todos los descansos que pueda, especialmente la sombra o de un lugar fresco.
🤝 Cuide a sus compañeros de trabajo.

Su salud es tan importante como su trabajo. Aprenda cómo mantenerse seguro durante los días más calurosos y encuentre más consejos de seguridad ante el calor en HeatReady.org.

It’s seriously hot—and that can be seriously dangerous for kids.Knowing the signs of heat illness can help keep your chi...
08/19/2026

It’s seriously hot—and that can be seriously dangerous for kids.

Knowing the signs of heat illness can help keep your child safe.

Watch for:
💦 Heavy sweating
😵 Dizziness
🤕 Headache

If your child starts feeling sick:

❄️ Move them to a cool place.
💧 Give them water or another cool drink.
🚨 Call 911 right away if your child becomes confused or loses consciousness.

Knowing the warning signs of heat illness can make all the difference.

Learn more and get heat safety tips at HeatReady.org.

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Hace mucho calor, y eso puede ser muy peligroso para los niños.

Conocer las señales de las enfermedades causadas por el calor puede ayudarle a mantener a sus ninos seguros.

Esté atento a estas señales:
💦 Sudoración excesiva
😵 Mareos
🤕 Dolor de cabeza

Si su hijo comienza a sentirse mal:
❄️ Llévelo a un lugar fresco.
💧 Dele agua u otra bebida fría.
🚨 Llame al 911 de inmediato si su hijo se confunde o pierde el conocimiento.

Conocer las señales de alerta de las enfermedades causadas por el calor puede marcar una gran diferencia.

Obtenga más información y consejos para protegerse del calor en HeatReady.org.




Heat illness can happen fast, especially if you work or spend time outdoors.Knowing the warning signs could save a life....
08/17/2026

Heat illness can happen fast, especially if you work or spend time outdoors.

Knowing the warning signs could save a life.

Watch for:
💦 Heavy sweating
😵 Dizziness
🤕 Headache
💪 Muscle cramps
🤢 Nausea

If someone shows signs of heat illness, move them to a cool place, give them water if they are awake and alert, and seek medical help if symptoms get worse. Call 911 if they become confused, lose consciousness, or have hot, dry skin.

Take the heat seriously. Learn how to protect yourself and those around you at HeatReady.org.

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Las enfermedades causadas por el calor pueden aparecer rápidamente, especialmente si trabaja o pasa tiempo al aire libre.

Watch for:
💦 Sudoración excesiva
😵 Mareos
🤕 Dolor de cabeza
💪 Calambres musculares
🤢 Náuseas

Si alguien presenta señales de una enfermedad causada por el calor, llévelo a un lugar fresco, dele agua si está despierto y alerto, y busque atención médica si los síntomas empeoran. Llame al 911 si la persona se confunde, pierde el conocimiento o tiene la piel caliente y seca.

Tómese el calor en serio. Aprenda cómo protegerse y proteger a quienes lo rodean en HeatReady.org.



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