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Alzheimer Units

(http://champaign.org/health/alzheimer.html)

Find a list of some local Alzheimer units in Champaign-Urbana.

Asbestos

(http://champaign.org/health/asbestos.html)

Find out here you can obtain information about asbestos and local programs dedicated to the ridding Champaign of the pollutant.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

(http://champaign.org/health/carbon_monoxide_poisoning.html)

Carbon monoxide (CO) is a non-irritating, odorless, colorless gas that is somewhat lighter than air. A by-product of incomplete burning of coal, wood, charcoal, natural gas, fuel oil, kerosene, gasoline, fabrics and plastics, it is the leading cause of poisoning deaths in the United States.

Lead Poisoning

(http://champaign.org/health/lead_poisoning.html)

Find information about lead poisoning and local sources of lead poisoning assistance.

Poison Control Center

(http://champaign.org/health/poison_control.html)

Find local poison control centers for both people and pets.

Champaign-Urbana Restaurants -Complaint

(http://champaign.org/health/food_complaint.html)

If you have a complaint about a local restaurant, contact the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District.

Radon Measure Kit

(http://champaign.org/health/radon.html)

Radon is an odorless and tasteless radioactive gas found at very low levels in outdoor air. When radon gas enters homes it can build to higher levels and threaten health.

Occupational Medicine

(http://champaign.org/health/occupational_medicine.html)

Occupational Medicine is the branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and treatment of diseases and injuries occurring at work or in specific occupations. Find local providers.

Hazardous Waste

(http://champaign.org/health/hazardous.html)

The Illinois EPA coordinates one-day household hazardous waste collections each year in the spring and fall. The Illinois EPA seeks and encourages communities or organizations to cosponsor household hazardous collection events.