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KU-EHS Releases 2024 Water Quality Report
KU LAWRENCE CAMPUS -- The Department of Environment, Health & Safety (KU-EHS) has announced that they have released a new report detailing water quality results on Lawrence campus for calendar year 2024. This report is generated from data collected by KU-EHS staff and reported on a periodic basis to the KU-campus community and general public.
KU-EHS July Safety Tip: Fireworks Safety
Recommended Safety Tips: Obey all local laws regarding the use of fireworks. Know your fireworks; read the cautionary labels and performance descriptions before igniting.
A responsible adult SHOULD supervise all firework activities. Never give fireworks to children.
KU-EHS June Safety Tip: Heat-Related Illnesses and First Aid
Heat stroke, the most serious form of heat-related illness, happens when the body becomes unable to regulate its core temperature. Sweating stops and the body can no longer rid itself of excess heat. Signs include confusion, loss of consciousness
KU-EHS May Safety Tip: Preventable Deaths
Your odds of dying from an accidental opioid overdose continue to be greater than dying in a motor-vehicle crash.
Fear is natural and healthy. It can help us respond to danger more quickly or avoid a dangerous situation altogether. It can also cause us to worry about the wrong things, especially when it comes to estimating our level of risk.
If we overestimate our risk in one area, it can lead to anxiety and interfere with carrying out our normal daily routine.