References and Resources

References:
A Citizen’s Guide to Radon: The Guide to Protecting Yourself and Your Family From Radon. EPA 402-K92-001, September 1994 .
Asbestos in Your Home, Publication 3716, American Lung Association. September 1990. Barner, Phyllis A. , Ph.D. Residential Indoor Air Pollutants, Sources, Health Issues and Control, Housing - 2. Pennsylvania State University Cooperative Extension Service. 1993 .
Biological Pollutants in Your Home, Consumer Product Safety Commission, 3715, January 1990.
Blocker, Rebecca. The Home Detectors: Are They Protecting Your Home? University Extension, University of Missouri Columbia. September 1996.
Brooks, David. Does your Home Have an Indoor Air Problem? Oregon State University Extension Service. Energy Note R305. November 1995.
Bode, Marilyn, Ph.D., Bugs, Mold, and Rot. Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service, October 1996.
Bode, Marilyn, Ph.D., It’s in the Air. Kansas State University Cooperative Extension Service. Manhattan, Kansas. September 1996.
Carbon Monoxide Fact Sheet, Publication #466. U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington D.C. 20207.
Clean and Healthy Strategies for Today’s Homes, The Soap and Detergent Association. 475 Park Avenue South, New York, NY 10016. http://www.sdahq.org.
Fine Particle Pollution, North Central Regional Publication 393, October 1991.
Godish, Thad. Ph.D., Indoor Air Quality Notes: Formaldehyde — Our Homes and Health. Ball State University.1989.
How Healthy is the Air in Your Home? Consumer Federation of America. U.S. EPA.
Indoor Air Pollution - An Introduction for Health Professionals, EPA 1994-523-217/ 81322.
The Inside Story - A Guide to Indoor Air Quality, EPA 402K-93-007, April 1995.
Laquatra, Joe, Ph.D., Healthy Indoor Air in America’s Homes, Home IAQ Overview, Cornell University, October 1996.
Parrott, Kathleen, Ph.D., Combustion Pollutants in the Home, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. October 1996.
Parrott, Kathleen, Ph.D., Indoor Air Quality: Reducing Health Risks and Improving the Air You Breathe, Virginia Polytechnic Institute. October 1996.
Ponessa, Joseph T., Ph.D., Formaldehyde in the Home, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, October 1996.
Ponessa, Joseph T., Ph.D., Lead in the Home, Rutgers Cooperative Extension, October 1996.
Protect Your Family and Yourself from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, EPA-402-F-96-005, October 1996.
Radon: The Health Threat with a Simple Solution - A Physician’s Guide, EPA 402-K-93-008.
Reichel, Claudette, EdD. Be Aware of Your Indoor Air, Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service. November, 1994.
Residential Air-Cleaning Devices - A Summary of Available Information, EPA 400/1-90-002.
Seifert, Richard D., Radon in the Home, University of Alaska Cooperative Extension Service, October 1996.
The Senseless Killer - Carbon Monoxide, Number 009308. U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Washington, D.C. 20207.
Snead, Bruce. Radon Levels Can Be Reduced, Kansas State Cooperative Extension Service. 1993.
Vogel, Michael, Ed.D. Healthy Indoor Air for America’s Homes, EPA and USDA. Montana State University Extension Service. November 1996.

Resources:

Video Resources:
  • Home Air Care - Indoor Air and Your Health, American Lung Association
  • IAQ Video Sampler - Healthy Indoor Air for America’s Homes, USEA /USDA. 1996

Other Resources:
  • EPA Region 7, 726 Minnesota Avenue, Kansas City, KS 66101 (IA, KS, MO, NE)
  • Indoor Air Quality Information Clearinghouse, U.S. EPA. P.O. Box 37133, Washington D.C. 20013-7133, 1-800-438-4318, Fax: 202-484-1510
  • American Lung Association, 1740 Broadway, New York, NY 10009. Or Local Assoc.
  • National Association of Home Builders, 15th and M Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20005
  • National Environmental Health Association, 720 South Colorado Blvd., South Tower, Suite 970, Denver, CO 80222
  • University of Missouri Extension Center or Extension Publications & Videos (800-292-0969)

Check your phone book for the information sources listed below.
  • Public library
  • County University of Missouri Extension office
  • Local hospitals and health care providers
  • County Health Department

Toll-Free Numbers of Agencies and Organizations

Air Quality Information:

  • American Lung Association (NE), 1-800-LUNG-USA
  • EPA Indoor Air Quality INFO Clearinghouse, 1-800-438-4318
  • EPA Region VII Office: 800-223-0425
  • National Lead Information Center, 1-800-LEAD-FYI
  • Toxic Substances Control Act Assistance Information Service, 202-554-1404
  • U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, 800-638-CPSC (2772)

 

If you have any questions or need information contact:

Lucy Schrader
Building Strong Families Program Coordinator
University of Missouri Extension
162 Stanley Hall
Columbia, MO  65211
573-882-4071
SchraderL@missouri.edu  

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