After receiving notification that a staff member on the Newark campus had been diagnosed with Legionella pneumonia, the university worked with the Wexner Medical Center, Columbus Public Health, the Licking County Health Department, the Ohio Department of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and national Legionella consultant Tim Keane to test water in the Newark residenc
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Legionella Information - Columbus
After receiving notification that a student living in Drackett Tower (Columbus campus) had been diagnosed with Legionella pneumonia, the university worked with the Wexner Medical Center, Columbus Public Health, Ohio Department of Health, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and national Legionella consultant Tim Keane to test water in the residence hall. Results found:
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EHS Earns National Honor for Health and Safety Messaging
Environmental Health and Safety earned national recognition for its creative and comprehensive health and safety messaging to The Ohio State University community. EHS was awarded with the Campaign Award by the Campus Safety Health and Environmental Management Association (CSHEMA) on July 14.
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2017 Solar Eclipse Safety
On Monday, August 21, the "Great American Total Solar Eclipse" will take place. The total eclipse is a very interesting event to watch, but unless proper eye protection is worn, serious damage to your eyes, including blindness, can occur. Read more.
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Safety Brief - Step Up Your Safety
Work-related injuries happen every day. Help us to achieve a safer working environment by raising awareness for June’s National Safety Month. In this edition of the Environmental Health & Safety brief, learn steps to improve your safety.
