Healthy Homes and Neighborhoods

Where we spend our time affects our health. This includes our time indoors in our homes, schools and workplaces, and outside in our neighborhoods, cities and natural environments. Everyone can take actions to protect themselves and their families from health hazards in our homes and neighborhoods.

Where we spend our time affects our health. This includes our time indoors in our homes, schools and workplaces, and outside in our neighborhoods, cities and natural environments. Everyone can take actions to protect themselves and their families from health hazards in our homes and neighborhoods. Brownfield Initiative Brownfields are idled, underused, or abandoned properties with contamination concerns. Examples include former gas stations, auto shops, dry cleaners, landfills, mills and mines. Clandestine Drug Lab Cleanup The Clandestine Drug Lab Program protects health by assuring that properties formerly used in illegal drug manufacturing are properly evaluated, decontaminated, and fit for re-occupancy. Healthy Gardening Gardening is a great way to enjoy physical activity, beautify the community, and go green. Healthy Homes Grant Program Information on this site provides an overview of the Healthy Homes Grant Program. Healthy School Facilities OHA is working with state agencies, partner organizations and school districts across the state to reduce children’s exposure to harmful contaminants in schools and child care facilities. Indoor Air Quality Information on this site provides an overview of indoor air quality concerns. Lead Poisoning and Exposure to Lead Resources for parents, families, contractors, local health departments, lead paint professionals, child care and school staff and medical providers. Pesticide Exposure Oregon Public Health Division Pesticide Exposure, Safety and Tracking program provides resources for families and health care providers regarding pesticide use and exposure. Radon Gas and Public Health Exposure to radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. The only way to know if your home has a radon problem is to test. Toxic Substances Information on this site provides an overview of the common health effects associated with exposures to a selection of toxic substances. See also Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Children's Health Environmental Health Assessment Environmental Public Health Tracking Healthy Communities Oregon Public Health Emergency Preparedness Prevention and Wellness Public pool and tourist facilities Toxic-Free Kids Act Workplace Health Contact Environmental Public Health