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  • Overview and Objectives

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    Laura Anderko, co-director of MACCHE, discusses issues related to PFAS and their impact on children's health.

    Learning Objectives:

    1. Define per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)
    2. List exposure pathways
    3. Describe potential health effects of PFAS
    4. Explain strategies for assessment and medical management
    5. Identify special issues regarding children and PFAS
    6. Discuss ongoing PFAS biomonitoring activities nationwide (i.e., ATSDR Exposure Assessments)
    7. Identify resources available to health care providers

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  • Evaluation

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  • Certificate

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  • Next Steps

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      4. Donate to support nurses leading the way in protecting communities,
      5. See ANHE's library of information and resources on environmental health,
      6. Use your Nursing Voice to advocate for healthy communities by contacting us here

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