Welcome to the MDH2E September 2011 News Roundup – Toxics Special Edition!

This special issue is a primer on some of the toxic chemicals we come in contact with every day in health care – and what to do about it. Chemicals that may pose risks to human health and the environment are utilized in everything from cleaning products to IV bags, warranting a closer look.

In this News Roundup, find articles on:

• · Environmentally Preferable Purchasing
• · Handling Hazardous Drugs
• · Green Cleaners
• · Chemotherapy Exposure
• · DEHP
• · Antibacterial Soap
• · Sterilants and Disinfectants
• · Vinyl, VOCs & Formaldehyde
• · Integrated Pest Management
• · Organic Produce
• · And MUCH more!

We hope you enjoy. We look forward to hearing the latest green news about your facility, so please, drop us a line with an update!