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ToxFAQs was developed by the Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) to summarize known information about hazardous substances. Information for these summaries is excerpted from the ATSDR Toxico... Details >
Improper management of discarded needles and other sharps can pose a health risk to the public and waste workers. This page presents various alternatives for the safe and proper disposal of medical ... Details >
This interactive web site allows users to view and query several types of environmental information, including drinking water, toxic and air releases, hazardous waste, water discharge permits, and Sup... Details >
Children who live near hazardous waste sites often have greater exposures, greater potential for health problems, and less ability to avoid hazards. ATSDR has created this special home page to highli... Details >
This site is maintained by the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and provides information about high- and low-level radioactive waste disposals. Links also to other hazardous waste information.... Details >
Congress established the Superfund Program in 1980 to eliminate the health and environmental threats posed by hazardous waste sites. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers the Supe... Details >
Search this pesticide database by active ingredient or browse by category. Research and learn more about the hazards of pesticides.... Details >
An online museum exhibit for students. Select areas in the photo to learn more about hazardous waste sites as well as link to brainteasers, riddles, jokes, and games about the environment.... Details >
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This catalog lists hazardous and solid waste documents released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Office of Solid Waste (OSW). This is a select list of publications that are frequently req... Details >