“Next Generation” is the theme for the State Hygienic Laboratory’s Fiscal Year 2014 annual report, recently published online and in hard copy.

This edition of the report features a comprehensive overview of laboratory activities and achievements, a financial report and testing volumes by area of specialty and by county.

“The scientists at the State Hygienic Laboratory are working to ensure that Iowa continues to see the best of science supporting its public health,” said Hygienic Lab Director Christopher Atchison in his introduction to the annual report.

“The Hygienic Laboratory is in the midst of developing techniques and honing expertise in anticipation of this healthier future.”

Requests for hard copy versions of the annual report can be made to Kathy Fait.