Environmental health services in primary care centers

Primary Health care centers supported by the Public Health Service through the Community Health Center and Migrant Health Centers programs are now required to provide environmental hazards directly related to clinical findings, but correcting community and occupational environmental problems may be pursued through appropriate agencies. State and local health departments will play key roles in the program in providing professional expertise in environmental health, assisting patients in taking corrective action, and assisting in the coordination with state, local, federal and voluntary agencies. Some primary care centers in areas of great need and limited resources will have their own environmental health professionals, but most will depend on local health departments for this specialty.