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Zika testing begins in the Hygienic Lab On Dec. 28, The New York Times first reported an outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil and its seeming connection to microcephaly in babies. The Centers for Disease Control began issuing warnings shortly thereafter, and, as of May 25, reported 591 travel-related cases in the United States. No locally acquired vector-borne cases have been reported in the U.S. |
Initiative to address workforce shortages and STEM Telligen announced this month that the State Hygienic Laboratory is a recipient of a Telligen Community Initiative to increase workforce recruitment in laboratory science and raise student awareness of careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). |
EPA issues air quality warning in Iowa Smoke from wildfires originating in Canada blanketed Des Moines on May 7, reducing visibility and raising concerns about pollution in much of the state. |
Hygienic Lab publishes annual report
The State Hygienic Laboratory recently published its annual report for fiscal year 2015 to provide a comprehensive overview of laboratory activities, achievements, finances and testing volumes.
Feature highlights new projects Welcome to “New Initiatives,” a Lab Link feature that highlights recently developed projects in collaboration with state and national partners. |
Photo feature: News sampling National and state activities are a routine part of work at the State Hygienic Laboratory. Here are a few examples from the month of May. |