Category: health
Posted September 16th, 2007 in health, public policy |
Boeing PDX has announced that it plans to increase pollutants being emitted from its aircraft painting facility from 39 tons to 99 tons per year. The building is at 4635 NE Cornfoot Road.
It is expected that Boeing will claim that the levels of hazardous air pollutants will be “below levels of concern” and therefore they should:
1) be allowed to increase their emissions
2) not be required to install top-of-the-line emission control devices at the facility
The Department of Environmental Quality will be sharing details on Boeing’s request and seeking input at an informational meeting:
Thursday, Sept. 20, at 6:30pm
DEQ Regional Office
2020 SW 4th ave (in CH2MHILL Bldg), 4th floor, room A/B.
More info Contact: Kathy Amidon, Air Quality Program, 503-667-8414 x.55010 or: amidon.kathy@deq.state.or.us
If you are concerned, please show up. We plan on being there. More details can be found here.
MORE INFO: There is an article about this issue in today’s Oregonian. It should noted that Boeing has a history of contaminating Portland’s air. Since 1998 they have been dumping thousands of pounds a year of tetrachloroethylene, a cancer-causing toxin, from their NE Portland facility. More info here.
The planned release of additional VOCs is far from trivial. The company’s unwillingness to put in mitigation measures or to use non-VOC or low-VOC coatings is based on financial concerns. However is risking the health of children in Portland is a price worth paying for Boeing keeping their costs low? I don’t think so.
Posted September 12th, 2007 in Events, Family Outing, health |
As the recent toy recalls highlights, lead exposure remains a big problem for our children. The problem with unsafe toys on the market is a reminder that we need to be our own best advocates as consumers and consider the country of origin and the materials used in products we purchase.
However the biggest risk to children s health remains exposure to lead through old house paint. Although banned more than 30 years ago, many older homes and buildings still have lead based paint. This risk is significant. In Multnomah County, one out of every fifty children will suffer from lead poison and the majority of these cases will be due to exposure from lead-based paint.
Lead is a serious risk for children. Even low levels of lead can cause permanent IQ loss, behavioral problems and learning disabilities. Fortunately lead poisoning is 100 percent preventable and the Lead-Safe Families Coalition is ready to show you how.
Come to the Lead Safe Portland event on Sunday, October 28 from 12 noon 2 p.m. at the Matt Dishman Community Center, 77 NE Knott Street. The event will include free lead screening for toys, free blood lead testing, free food, crafts, and much more!
For more information, please call 503-823-3400 or go online to www.pdc.us/leadhazard
Posted August 19th, 2007 in Events, health, Milagros News |
Where: Concordia University
When: September 17, 2007
Make an appointment at givelife.org – enter zip code 97211 – or call Rachel Cotter at 503-201-9620
Posted May 8th, 2007 in Classes, health, Milagros News |
We took a couples yoga class with Tina Lilly at Yoga Shala when Gael was on the way. It was a wonderfully relaxing session.
We wanted to let you know about a fun new series that starts next week at the North Portland Yoga Shala: Mama Baby Yoga Tea Classes!
What: Mama Baby Yoga Tea with Tina Lilly and Deah Baird consists of four rotating monthly classes that combine yoga and socializing with discussions on mother and infant care and postpartum-related issues.
You will gain a better understanding on how to take care of yourself as you cope with sleep deprivation and 24-hour baby care, and how to do a short and simple yoga routine at your home that alleviates common postpartum complaints and makes you feel better in your body (and a happier mom too)!
Who: This class is for new moms with their newborns – babies who aren’t yet crawling
When: Classes are every third Tuesday of the month from 12 till 1:30 pm
Class One, May 15th, Mama’s Belly Yoga for rebuilding abdominal and pelvic strength after birth (Modifications will be given for Cesarean births) Abdominal, pelvic and perineal health after delivery
Class Two, June 19th, Breastfeeding Yoga for opening the chest and shoulders nutrition for nursing mothers, Breast Health, Baby’s well-being (teething, digestion)
Class Three, July 17th, Carrying Baby Yoga for upper back and arm strength & wrist care
Class Four, August 21st, Sleeping Like a Baby Yoga to cope with fatigue and exhaustion, emotional well-being, sleep health, infant massage
Where and the Details: Each class can be taken separately or as part of the series. Individual classes are $14. All four classes are $40. The classes will be at the Yoga Shala on N Williams.
Please contact Yoga Shala to pre-register if you need childcare for an older child during the class.
Posted April 18th, 2007 in Classes, health, Milagros News, pregnancy |
Please join mama and Holistic Health Counselor, Liselle Vetsch, AADP for Wellness for the Mama-to-Be.
This is a six month class series that is designed for the pregnant mama who wants to fully and consciously enjoy every moment of her pregnancy.
Topics covered in this 12 week series include:
- Learn the foods that will best nourish you & your growing baby
- Learn how to avoid morning sickness
- Understand and tune-in to the wisdom of your cravings
- Connect with your baby through art and meditation & your own mama wisdom
- Get fun and appropriate exercise for your body
- Create support networks for your pregnancy, birth, post-partum and beyond
Also included with the series:
- Delicious, nutritious foods that every mama needs
- A pregnancy journal
- A hands-on cooking class
- Valuable articles and giveaways
- Unlimited online support between classes
- A Belly Cast and much more!
When: Every-other Sunday 6:00 pm -7:30 p.m. Beginning on June 24th
Where: Milagros Boutique 5433 NE 30th Avenue Portland, OR
Cost: $295 for the 12-class series. This includes all materials and giveaways.
To reserve your spot please contact Liselle at 503.970.1627 or email her at lcv@food4health.org
Please note: Unless otherwise noted, all classes and events offered in the Family Room at Milagros are managed and operated by third-parties. Information on classes and events are presented by Milagros on its website for information only.
