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SUMMARY:From Droppings to Doorsteps: The Public Health Impact of Flies and Roaches
DESCRIPTION:Unwanted pests aren’t just a nuisance—they’re a serious public health concern. Flies and cockroaches can spread dangerous pathogens through their activities and movements\, affecting homes\, food businesses\, medical facilities\, and communities. \nThe National Environmental Health Association presents “From Droppings to Doorsteps: The Public Health Impact of Flies and Roaches\,” a one‑hour webinar that explores the critical public health importance of these species\, offers practical strategies for integrated pest management (IPM)\, and shows how to support healthier environments through prevention and communication. \nRegistration is required to receive webinar link.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/public-health-impact-of-flies-and-roaches/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Evolving Tools for Bed Bug Control: Technology\, Treatment\, and Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:As bed bug challenges evolve\, so do the tools and technologies used to manage them. In this webinar\, Dr. Aaron Ashbrook\, Assistant Professor of Urban/Peri-Urban Entomology at Louisiana State University\, will explore the latest advances in bed bug control\, including new insecticides\, detection methods\, and integrated management strategies. We will also discuss the environmental implications of infestations and control measures\, and how effective management can reduce contamination risks and improve outcomes across different settings. The presentation will highlight practical considerations for selecting and implementing these tools in real-world environments\, from residential properties to commercial and public facilities. Participants will gain a clearer understanding of how emerging technologies and evidence-based practices can enhance program efficiency and long-term success. 
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/evolving-tools-for-bed-bug-control-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Bed Bugs Uncovered: Identifying\, Preventing\, and Protecting
DESCRIPTION:Bed bugs can infest a wide range of environments—from homes and hotels to public facilities—creating unique challenges for prevention and control. In this webinar\, Dr. Aaron Ashbrook\, Assistant Professor of Urban/Peri-Urban Entomology at Louisiana State University\, will examine how bed bugs are introduced and persist in different settings\, and how their biology influences their survival and spread. Participants will also learn practical strategies to protect themselves during inspections\, recognize key signs of infestation\, and apply leading practices for early detection and response. The discussion will also explore common misconceptions about bed bug behavior and control\, helping participants distinguish between effective and ineffective management approaches. Attendees will come away with actionable insights to improve monitoring protocols\, reduce the risk of spread\, and enhance overall program effectiveness. 
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/bed-bugs-uncovered-identifying-preventing-protecting-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:A Roadmap to Building a Prepared\, Responsive\, & Resilient Environmental Public Health Program
DESCRIPTION:Over the past decade\, the United States has endured more than 300 major disasters—hurricanes contaminating drinking water\, wildfires fueling toxic air emergencies\, floods overwhelming wastewater systems\, and storms turning debris into widespread public health threats. The cost of being unprepared is too high. \nEvery disaster tells the same story: communities with strong preparedness assessments and coordinated planning recover faster\, safeguard public health more effectively\, and reduce both human and financial losses. This seminar offers a proven framework to ensure your organization is ready when it matters most. \nThis Changes Everything.\nJoin us for an in-depth exploration of the National Environmental Health Association’s newly released Environmental Public Health Emergency Response Capability Assessment Guide. Our experts will walk you through the 15 Core Functions of the EPH Emergency Preparedness and Response Capability Framework and provide step-by-step guidance for conducting your own capability assessment. \nThe Bottom Line:\nThis tool equips environmental public health programs with a systematic method to identify vulnerabilities before disaster strikes—your roadmap to becoming more prepared\, more responsive\, and more resilient. \nBy attending\, you will learn to: \n\nInterpret and apply the 15 Core Functions within the EPH Emergency Preparedness and Response Capability Framework.\nConduct and utilize the EPH Emergency Response Capability Assessment effectively.\nStrengthen public health protection through informed\, proactive preparedness planning.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/a-roadmap-to-building-a-prepared-responsive-resilient-environmental-public-health-program/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Rodent Control Frontiers: Monitoring Technology and the Science Behind Smarter Solutions
DESCRIPTION:For decades\, rodent management has relied on the same old formula—bait\, traps\, and routine technician visits. But despite enormous investments from global cities and industries\, rodents continue to thrive\, wreaking havoc on infrastructure\, utilities\, food systems\, and supply chains. With billions in damages each year and traditional methods falling short\, the pest control industry faces a critical turning point. The old tools aren’t keeping pace with the scale of the challenge. \nNow\, a new generation of monitoring technology is rewriting the playbook. By collecting real-time data\, identifying behavioral patterns\, and using AI to forecast risks\, pest control professionals can move from reactive extermination to proactive prevention. These innovations don’t just reduce infestations—they save time\, cut costs\, and support sustainability goals. \nIn this forward-looking webinar\, Michael Moran\, CMO and Chief Risk & Sustainability Officer\, and Courtney Carace\, Owner and COO of Pest-End\, will guide participants through how digital tools and data-driven insights are transforming the industry and giving professionals the upper hand in a battle that has raged for centuries. \nRegister using the Event Website link above.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/rodent-control-frontiers-monitoring-technology-and-the-science-behind-smarter-solutions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Rodent Control Foundations: Behavior\, Risks\, and Real-World Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Rodents are among the most persistent and destructive pests in the United States\, posing serious health\, safety\, and structural concerns in both residential and commercial settings. This webinar explores the foundational principles of rodent control through a close look at the most commonly encountered species in the United States\, highlighting how their biology and behavior drive infestation patterns and shape effective control strategies. \nInspection techniques will be addressed\, with attention to identifying signs of rodent activity\, locating entry points\, and recognizing conditions that support infestation. A key component of the webinar will be the introduction to Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies where Janet Hurley\, ACE\, MPA\, Senior Extension Program Specialist – IPM at Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service\, will emphasize the importance of using multiple tactics—such as exclusion\, sanitation\, monitoring\, trapping\, and targeted rodenticide applications—for long-term control and prevention. The discussion will also address the proper use\, and common misuse\, of rodenticides along with considerations related to safety and regulatory compliance. \nThrough this comprehensive exploration\, the session offers a practical foundation for addressing one of the most adaptable and challenging pests in modern pest management. \nRegister using the Event Website link above.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/rodent-control-foundations-behavior-risks-realworld-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:National Environmental Health Association's Annual Educational Conference & Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:We are looking forward to seeing you July 14 – 17\, 2025\, at our 2025 Annual Educational Conference & Exhibition in Phoenix\, Arizona\, and virtually\, where we invite you to discover “Your Oasis in the Desert.”  \nIn a time when challenges in the field of environmental health continue to evolve\, resiliency is more important than ever. This conference is your opportunity to recharge\, reflect\, and gain the knowledge needed to adapt to the ever-changing landscape. With sessions designed to equip you with tools and insights to strengthen your professional foundation\, you’ll leave empowered to face future hurdles with confidence. Step into the oasis – where resilience meets renewal.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/national-environmental-health-associations-annual-educational-conference-exhibition/
LOCATION:Phoenix Convention Center\, 100 North Third Street\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85004\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference
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SUMMARY:Training Public Health Professionals for Emergency Response
DESCRIPTION:To perform effectively\, our workforce must not only understand the technical aspects of environmental health but also be adept at working within the emergency response system. There exists a significant opportunity for our environmental public health workforce to acquire specialized emergency response training. This enhancement would strengthen their ability to respond effectively during crises. \nWith the increasing frequency and intensity of disasters\, it is more important than ever for the workforce to receive proper training. \nA panel of experienced responders and trainers will provide valuable information on current training opportunities\, in-service training resources\, and innovative methods to integrate emergency response into daily program activities\, including: \n\nTim Hatch\, MPA\, REHS\, District Administrator at Alabama Department of Public Health\nMelissa Hawthorne\, MBA\, REHS/RS\, Deputy Director at City of El Paso Public Health\nGregory McKnight II\, REHS\, Investigator and Supervisor at Seattle & King County Public Health Environmental Health Division\nCAPT Mark Miller\, US Public Health Service (Retired) – Miller Consulting and Educational Services\nGail Obeso\, REHS\, MEP\, HMS\, HazMat/Counterterrorism Coordinator\, San Bernardino County Fire (Retired)\n\nBy attending this seminar\, you will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the critical roles and responsibilities of environmental public health professionals during emergency response and recovery.\nAssess the effectiveness of current training programs and identify areas for improvement to enhance emergency preparedness within your organization.\nIdentify key training opportunities and resources available for enhancing emergency preparedness across your organization.\n\nJoin us to build sustainable response capacity and gain resilience through readiness!
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/training-public-health-professionals-for-emergency-response/
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education,Training,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Understanding Insecticide Resistance Webinar Series | Part II
DESCRIPTION:The Importance of Understanding Resistance Mechanisms and Management Theories  \nInsecticide resistance occurs when genetic changes in mosquitoes\, driven by insecticide exposure\, compromise control efforts in the field. Laboratory and field tests play a critical role in determining whether an insecticide or product remains effective. In this webinar\, Janet McAllister will discuss resistance mechanisms and their impact on cross- and multi-resistance\, highlighting how identifying these mechanisms can inform alternative control strategies. She will also explore the three key theories of resistance management—moderation\, saturation\, and multiple methods—to provide practical approaches for tackling resistance. \nMeet the Speaker \nJanet McAllister\, Principal Research Entomologist\, City of New Orleans Mosquito\, Termite and Rodent Control Board \nDr. Janet McAllister is a board-Certified Medical Entomologist. She earned her undergraduate and master’s degrees from Louisiana State University.  Her PhD in Medical Entomology comes from the University of Arkansas.  Dr. McAllister retired as a Research Entomologist from the CDC Division of Vector-Borne Diseases in May 2024 after 20 years of public service evaluating the efficacy of mosquito control tools and responding to outbreaks and natural disasters. She is currently the Principal Research Entomologist for the City of New Orleans Mosquito\, Termite and Rodent Control Board where she supervises the mosquito control unit. Dr. McAllister’s research specialties are insecticide resistance and mosquito control evaluation. She is a Past President of the American Mosquito Control Association\, Louisiana Mosquito Control Association and West Central Mosquito and Vector Control Association. She is also an AMCA Medal of Honor recipient for outstanding contributions to the science and control of mosquitoes\, other vectors and vector-borne diseases.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/understanding-insecticide-resistance-webinar-series-part-ii/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Understanding Insecticide Resistance - Part I
DESCRIPTION:Understanding Insecticide Resistance – Part I \nBasic Principles of Resistance Development and Detection Before Product Failure \nMosquitoes are highly effective disease vectors\, transmitting illnesses to humans\, pets\, and livestock. While the most prominent mosquito-borne diseases vary by region\, some—like malaria and dengue—are now spreading to new areas\, including recent cases in the United States. During outbreaks\, insecticides are the primary tool for controlling pathogen transmission\, but resistance can make outbreaks harder to manage. In this webinar\, Janet McAllister\, Principal Research Entomologist for the City of New Orleans Mosquito\, Termite\, and Rodent Control Board\, will discuss insecticide resistance\, its development\, factors that influence it\, and methods for detecting resistance before insecticides lose effectiveness.
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/understanding-insecticide-resistance-part-i/
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SUMMARY:Mosquito & Rodent Control Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:Event sponsored by NEHA
URL:https://vectoroutreach.org/event/mosquito-rodent-control-preparedness/
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