UCSF National Center of Excellence in Women's Health
Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment

Reproductive Health
and the Environment

A rapidly expanding body of research indicates that many reproductive health problems may be caused by exposure to chemicals that are widely dispersed in our environment and with which we come into contact on a daily basis. These problems include infertility, miscarriage, poor pregnancy outcomes, abnormal fetal development, early puberty, endometriosis, and diseases and cancers of reproductive organs.

We need continuing research on the relationships between specific chemical exposures and disease. And, in order to create healthier environments for fertility and reproductive health, we must translate the emerging science into preventive policy action, enhanced health care and heightened public awareness.

The Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment was founded to do precisely this.

The Program on Reproductive Health and the Environment (PRHE) is dedicated to creating a healthier environment for human reproduction and development by advancing scientific inquiry, clinical care and health policies that prevent exposures to harmful chemicals in our environment.

We focus on the intersection of science, medicine, policy and community engagement in each of our areas of activity: targeted research, expanding clinical practice, and advancing science-based policy solutions.

 

New

Toxic Matters brochure

PRHE is proud to present our "Toxic Matters" toolkit. The recommendations
in this brochure are designed for women, men and children and apply to everyone regardless of whether or not you're pregnant now or are planning to have children in the future. Find out how to prevent exposure to toxic substances at home, in the workplace and in your community. Also learn what it takes to become a conscientious shopper and how to get the best household products for you and your family. Finally, learn how to start a conversation with your governmental representatives that will improve the overall health of all our communities.

To learn more and download a pdf version of Toxic Matters, click here.

Endocrine Disrupting Compounds and Intersex Fish

A Response to Nicholas Kristof and Stephen Colbert.

We are pleased to announce that Shaping Our Legacy: Reproductive Health and the Environment, has been translated into Spanish and is available here.

Forjando nuestro legado: La salud reproductiva y el medio ambiente

Informe de la Cumbre sobre los Impactos Ambientales en la Salud Reproductiva y la Fertilidad

Nos complace anunciar que nuestra publicación Shaping Our Legacy: Reproductive Health and the Environment (Forjando nuestro legado: La salud reproductiva y el medio ambiente) ha sido traducida al español y se encuentra disponible en nuestro sitio.

 

 

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