Particles on the Wall is an interdisciplinary exhibit exploring elements of the nuclear age, science, Hanford history, their thread through our lives and their bearing on the Columbia River and natural world. Catch the exhibit in Richland until August 31, or join us in Spokane for refreshments, meet the artists, and add your story about your connection to Hanford to the project in the This is My Hanford live video-interview corner!
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Please mark your calendar and plan to attend Washington PSR's 2010 Annual Dinner. This evening provides a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our success, honor several deserving individuals, and listen to inspiring words, this year from Reverend Rich Lang.
Sunday, November 14th, 2010 at the
University of Washington Center for Urban Horticulture
In the midst of an exciting year for advancing Nuclear Disarmament world-wide, the makers of "An Inconvenient Truth" are releasing a new feature film on the dangers of nuclear weapons. This film, "Countdown to Zero," features key leaders in the arms control community including PSR Board Member Dr. Ira Helfand speaking to the need for the abolition of nuclear weapons before the threat of a nuclear detonation is realized. Join WPSR at the Varsity Theater in the University District on July 30th. FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE!
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We report on the 8th Annual Western Regional International Health Conference on War & Global Health, the WPSR delegation to Gaza, and announcements for upcoming events: From Hiroshima to Hope, our Hanford Traveling Exhibit in Eastern Washington, movie premieres, fighting coal, and more!
Read more!Disarmament. A decade after the end of the Cold War, the world carried the burden of over 30,000 nuclear weapons into the new millennium.
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Environmental Justice & Human Health
WPSR’s Environment & Human Health Committee strives to create a healthy world for all by eliminating toxic chemicals and addressing other threats to human and environmental health.
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Hanford Nuclear Reservation
Founded in 1980, WPSR alerted the public that no meaningful medical response exists to nuclear war, and that "prevention is the only cure."
More on Hanford Nuclear Reservation »WPSR member Donna Yancey details why strong chemcial reform is essential for the health and well being of all Americans. Read more »
July 30th: "Countdown to Zero" coming to Seattle!
"'Countdown to Zero'" traces the history of the atomic bomb from its origins to the present state of global affairs: nine nations possessing nuclear weapons capabilities with others racing to join them, with the world held in a delicate balance. It makes a compelling case for worldwide nuclear disarmament, an issue more topical than ever with the Obama administration working to revive this goal today." (from CTZ website)
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"First Do No Harm: Environmental Responsibility in the NICU"
The Vermont Oxford Network just released a new eBook with contribution by longtime WPSR supporter and former staffer, Nancy Dickeman.
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Health professionals have a significant part to play in the effort to eliminate coal fired power plants and on October 16th we hope you will join us for an educational morning focused on educating health professionals about the dangerous effects of coal-fired plants.
Have you ever wondered about all of the toxic chemicals around your home and in your workplace? Join PSR experts and collegues on September 13th in learning more about toxic chemicals and how you can become an advocate!
Pediatric Environmental Health Toolkit
The Toolkit is a combination of easy-to-use reference guides for health providers and user-friendly health education materials on preventing exposures to toxic chemicals and other substances that affect infant and child health. Read more »