September 3, 2024
In recent years, insurance companies have observed a troubling trend: a sustained surge in vehicle break-ins across the United States. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, over one million vehicle break-ins were reported in 2023 alone – and this number continues to increase each year. The year-over-year increase in car theft has been compounded […]
September 3, 2024
The opioid crisis is one of the most pressing public health issues of the 21st century. What began with the over-prescription of opioid painkillers has evolved into a widespread epidemic involving various illicit substances. Central to this crisis is fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid that has increasingly become a major concern due to its dangerous […]
November 2, 2023
Victims Compensation Assistance Programs (VCAPs) primarily provide financial assistance and support to victims of various crimes, including but not limited to violent crimes, domestic violence, sexual assault, and other offenses. These programs generally do not directly cover the costs of crime scene cleanup services. Instead, they focus on providing assistance to crime victims in several […]
August 11, 2022
Why are Air Fresheners and Common Cleaning Techniques Potentially Harmful? While surface cleaning is important, deodorizing and cleaning with harsh chemicals can negatively affect indoor air quality and your health if not managed correctly.[1] Many common and sometimes unlisted ingredients used in air fresheners and surface cleaning products have been linked to serious health issues such […]
August 11, 2022
Cancer rates 190x the EPA’s acceptable level and an area referred to as the ‘toxic donut’ – two overlooked communities with severe ongoing environmental pollution Major environmental disasters such as the water quality of Flint, Michigan or the wildfires in California have stood out given their media coverage in the last decade but many more […]
July 22, 2022
Are you aware dry cleaning can have detrimental effects to the environment? Perchloroethylene also known as tetrachloroethylene, perc and PCE, is a solvent widely used in dry cleaning due to it not being flammable. In June of 2022, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a revised risk evaluation of perchloroethylene. The evaluation states that “perchloroethylene presents an […]
July 14, 2022
A property owner was recently fined for failing to comply with the EPA’s Renovation, Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) in regards to lead paint. The owner was fined for conducting work without being licensed or using lead safe practices. This blog will discuss the RRP rule and how to prevent violations. Basics of Lead Paint. Lead is […]
July 14, 2022
There has been increased media attention on PFAs (Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) in regard to their potential health effects. They are often labeled as “forever chemicals” and are known to be persistent in indoor dust and water supplies. This blog will discuss PFAs, how they can impact your health and how to test. What Are […]
July 14, 2022
If you are a technology enthusiast, you have likely heard of the carbon nanotubes. These microscopic, extremely durable, fibers are an emerging technology which can have drastic impacts on technology and infrastructure. However, many experts have noted similar characteristics to asbestos. Today’s blog will discuss nanotubes and potential health risks. What Are Carbon Nanotubes? Carbon […]
July 14, 2022
Recent Amendments to Illinois House Bill 158 The new amendments added to Section 90-10 of The Hospital Licensing Act and Section 90-5 of the Nursing Care Act have made it a requirement for nursing homes and hospitals to test their water systems in accordance with a written policy which states the testing frequency and provides results […]