Board to discuss public health impact of disasters in Japan, school environmental health

At its April 13 meeting, the state Board of Health will discuss the public health impact of disasters in Japan. The board will consider extending the implementation date of its school environmental health and safety rule. Other items on the agenda include a legislative and budget update, and a preliminary discussion on strategic planning.

The meeting is open and the public is invited to provide testimony on any public health issue at 2:30 p.m. Copies of the agenda and related materials are available by contacting the board at 360-236-4100 or on the Board of Health website (www.sboh.wa.gov).

Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 1 to 4 p.m., Department of Health, Point Plaza East, 310 Israel Rd. S.E., Tumwater, Washington