The graphs in this pamphlet illustrate the decline of the incidence of tooth decay in the nation's schoolchildren. The report, based on a study of more than 40,000 children, found that students have 36 percent less tooth decay than they did in the beginning of 1980. Appended to the graphs is a National Institutes of Health press release which…

The United States Government is concerned about asbestos-containing products in the home because sometimes asbestos fibers can be released from these produces. If asbestos fibers are inhaled, certain types of cancer may later develop. Asbestos in homes poses several problems. Household members have little or no protection from exposure to asbestos…

This manual provides information needed to meet specific standards for certification as a pesticide applicator. It summarizes the economically important diseases of field and forage crops such as corn, soybeans and alfalfa. Special attention is given to pesticide application methods and safety. (CS)

This document provides information that a potential insecticide applicator can utilize to safely and effectively control insects and related pests of livestock. The first section of the manual discusses the general methods of preparation and application of insecticides. The second section concerns itself with the recognition of insect problems,…

This manual is intended to assist pesticide applicators who are engaged in right-of-way pest control to meet the requirements of the Michigan Department of Agriculture for certification. While the majority of material in this guide pertains to vegetation management, the guide also addresses right-of-way insect and fungus control. An introduction…

This manual is designed to assist pest control operators to prepare for certification under the Michigan Pesticide Control Act of 1976. The primary focus of this publication is on home, institutional, and structural pest control. The ten sections included describe: (1) Insect control; (2) Rodent control; (3) Special situation pest control; (4)…

This manual gives general information on seed treatment and type of seeds which can be treated. Also discussed are the problems and pests commonly associated with seed diseases and the fungicides and insecticides used for seed treatment. Information is also given on seed treatment equipment such as dust treaters, slurry treaters, and direct…

Presented is a comprehensive survey of the literature on the relationships between disease and solid wastes. Diseases are grouped on the basis of waste type or disease vector, such as chemical waste, human fecal waste, animal fecal waste, rodent-borne disease, mosquito-borne disease and miscellaneous communicable disease. The following format is…

GRADES OR AGES: Third grade. SUBJECT MATTER: Health education. ORGANIZATION AND PHYSICAL APPEARANCE: This illustrated guide is divided into five "strands" or topics and a bibliography. The strands are as follows: Physical Health (including dental health); Sociological Problems (including drug and alcohol education); Mental Health; Environmental…

Industry faults the logic and the methodology of a recent government study which attempts to estimate future cancer deaths from present and past worksite exposures. (Author/BB)

Mendeleev's prediction of existence of the radioactive element, Polonium, and the discovery of iproniazid and its role in antidepressant therapy are presented. (BB)

A parent-monitored program of oral hygiene, stressing regular brushing and flossing, resulted in statistically significant improvement in palque and gingivitis ratings. (MJB)

This article discusses several oral diseases and some methods used in disseminating oral health information to guide the public in safe, effective prevention programs. Some suggestions are made for more effective educational programs. (MBR)

Symptoms of leukemia, brain tumors, lymphoma, bone tumors, and other forms of cancer in children are discussed, and warning signs presented. (MB)