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        If you are giving a presentation about an environmental health topic or just looking for general information about environmental health research or the institute, this webpage will help.

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      The mission of the NIEHS is to research how the environment affects biological systems across the lifespan and to translate this knowledge to reduce disease and promote human health.
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