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Blue-green Algae (Cyanobacteria) and Cyanotoxin Poisoning : The Public Health Approach in Wisconsin

Murray, Jordan

Content Files
Murray_Jordan_ECEC22.pdf

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https://hdl.handle.net/2142/114133

Description

Title
Blue-green Algae (Cyanobacteria) and Cyanotoxin Poisoning : The Public Health Approach in Wisconsin
Author(s)
Murray, Jordan
Issue Date
2022-04-27
Keyword(s)
  • algae
  • algal toxin
  • algal bloom
  • Cyanobacteria
Date of Ingest
2022-05-04T14:35:30Z
Abstract
Cyanobacteria, also known as blue-green algae, are a natural part of Wisconsin's water bodies. High temperatures and nutrients can promote the growth of cyanobacteria, resulting in what is known as cyanobacterial or harmful algal blooms (HABs). HABs are a public health concern because some cyanobacteria are capable of producing toxins that can make people and animals sick after they ingest, breathe in, or have contact with the water. The Wisconsin HAB Surveillance Program (HAB Program) exists to prevent and manage blue-green algae related illnesses in Wisconsin with the ultimate goal to protect and promote the health of Wisconsin residents. Since its inception in 2009, our program has collected and investigated human and animal HAB-related illness complaints. This presentation will provide a deeper look into our program's history, investigation process, partnerships with other local, state and federal agencies, as well as examples of how we conduct outreach activities to improve awareness, understanding, and reporting of HABs and HAB-related illnesses.
Series/Report Name or Number
2022 Emerging Contaminants in the Environment Conference (ECEC22)
Type of Resource
  • text
  • still image
Genre of Resource
  • presentation/lecture/speech
  • conference paper
Language
en
Permalink
  • https://youtu.be/h_3T1HN1x60
  • http://hdl.handle.net/2142/114133

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2022 Emerging Contaminants in the Environment Conference (ECEC22) PRIMARY