Health in the LGBTQ Community
“And that visibility which makes us most vulnerable is that which also is the source of our greatest strength.” Audre Lorde […]
Meet Jeremy Jenks, Environmental Health Services
Jeremy Jenks Job Title: Sanitarian What do you do? I review wastewater treatment system permits and perform inspections. Why does your work matter? Wastewater can contaminate our drinking water if not disposed of correctly leading [...]
It’s that Bat Time of Year!
By Environmental Health Services Bats & Rabies Although they can be difficult to spot, since they come out after dark, bats do thrive here in Gallatin County. But is there any need to worry about [...]
Help to Protect and Maintain a Healthy Planet
“If you want to learn about the health of a population, look at the air they breathe, the water they drink, and the places where they live.” — Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, in the [...]
Well and Septic Owner Responsibilities and Educational Opportunities
By Christine Miller, Water Quality Specialist/Hydrogeologist Do you rely on a domestic well for your drinking water supply? If so, have you ever tested your water quality? As a well owner, it is up to [...]
Radon and your Health
Because you can’t see radon and you can’t smell it, taste it, hear it, or feel it, the exposure to unhealthy radon gas levels could be a hidden hazard in your home, especially when it’s [...]
Fresh, Clean Winter Air
Just as wildfires pollute the air in summer, wood stoves have a huge effect on air quality and health during the winter months. Wood smoke contains a complex mixture of gases and microscopic particles which [...]
Should e-cigarettes be included in Clean Indoor Air Laws? Yes, please.
Do you think e-cigarettes aren’t dangerous? Think again. The Surgeon General has found that the aerosol released by e-cigarettes contains nicotine and ultra fine particles that can be toxic, cause cancer, and lead to heart [...]
Domestic (Private) Water Testing
Have you had your well water tested lately? It is recommended that you test your private water on an annual basis, looking for total coliform bacteria and nitrates. A more comprehensive test to categorize your [...]