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EPA, FDA Issue Updated Advice for Fish Consumption EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy Kicks Off Clean Power Plan Roll-out Join EPA Webinar on Harmful Algal Blooms June 18 EPA, Regulatory Agencies Step Forward for 'A Shared Commitment' to Chemical Safety EPA, FDA Issue Updated Advice for Fish Consumption This week the EPA and FDA released updated draft advice on fish consumption. The two agencies have concluded that pregnant and breastfeeding women, those who might become pregnant, and young children should eat more fish that is lower in mercury in order to gain important developmental and health benefits. Previously, the EPA and FDA recommended maximum amounts of fish that these groups should consume, but did not promote a minimum amount. Over the past decade, however, emerging science has revealed the importance of appropriate amounts of fish in the diets of pregnant and breastfeeding women, and young children. The draft advice recommends to: Eat 8-12 ounces of a variety of fish per week Choose fish lower in mercury Avoid 4 types of fish: tilefish from the Gulf of Mexico, shark, swordfish, and king mackerel Pay attention to fish advisories for fish caught in local streams, rivers, and lakes Stay within your calorie needs when adding more fish to your diet Read the draft advice and learn how to comment here. http://go.usa.gov/8ew3 EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy Kicks Off Clean Power Plan Roll-out On June 2, EPA announced its Clean Power Plan, a proposal that for the first time cuts carbon pollution from existing power plants and reduces additional air pollutants by more than 25 percent by 2030. Two of Administrator McCarthy's top priorities are addressing climate change and improving air quality in our communities. Check out Administrator McCarthy's recent visit with students in Orlando, Florida who are leading the way on climate change. Read her blog here.  http://go.usa.gov/8uQH Get a behind-the-scenes look at how Administrator McCarthy spent time connecting with Latino communities about air quality and health here. http://go.usa.gov/8uMQ Comment on the proposed plan here. http://go.usa.gov/8uFA Join EPA Webinar on Harmful Algal Blooms June 18 On June 18 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. EDT, EPA will host a webinar on how organizations and the media can accurately explain the impacts of harmful algal blooms to the public. Register for the webinar here. https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/172614698 EPA, Regulatory Agencies Step Forward for 'A Shared Commitment' to Chemical Safety Chemicals and the facilities that manufacture, store, distribute, and use them are essential to our economy and livelihood. If not handled or stored properly, chemicals can present a risk to individuals, families, and communities. To address these risks, EPA has taken critical steps over the past 10 months to bring together federal regulatory representatives and stakeholders to release a status report to the President called "Actions to Improve Chemical Facility Safety and Security -- A Shared Commitment." Read a blog co-written with Assistant Administrator Mathy Stanislaus on EPA's shared commitment here. http://go.usa.gov/8uBx We encourage you to share the EPA Highlights eNewsletter with your colleagues.  To subscribe: https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USAEPA/subscriber/new?topic_id=USAEPA_439 Office of Public Engagement  Office of External Affairs and Environmental Education Office of the Administrator / U.S. Environmental Protection Agency  Tel 202-564-1785 / PublicEngagement@epa.gov   You can unsubscribe or update your subscriptions or e-mail address at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. All you will need is your e-mail address. If you have any questions or problems, please e-mail subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com for assistance.  This service is provided to you at no charge by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.    This email was sent to k34101050@gmail.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency · 1200 Pennsylvania Avenue NW · Washington DC 20460 · 202-564-4355

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