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Advanced Laboratory Resources to Reduce Healthcare-Associated Infections

Enhanced environmental microbiology testing services from EMSL Analytical support safer facilities, stronger infection prevention strategies, and better patient outcomes.

Cinnaminson, New Jersey, February 13, 2026 Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) remain a significant challenge for hospitals, contributing to prolonged hospital stays, increased treatment costs, and preventable patient harm. Effective infection prevention and control depend on reliable environmental testing programs capable of identifying microbial risks before they lead to infections.   Infection control testing services from EMSL Analytical, Inc., one of North America’s leading environmental and.......[Read More] [All News]

Formaldehyde Exposure Risks in Homes, Schools, and Businesses

EMSL Analytical offers indoor air quality, industrial hygiene, and material testing services to identify formaldehyde and other chemical exposure risks to safeguard building occupants and help manufacturers comply with emission standards.

Cinnaminson, New Jersey, February 10, 2026 Formaldehyde is a colorless, strong-smelling chemical widely used in building materials, household products, furniture, and various industrial applications. It can off-gas from pressed-wood products, insulation, fabrics, and even certain personal care products. Indoor concentrations are often higher than outdoor levels, especially in newer or recently renovated buildings where materials are still emitting volatile organic compounds (VOCs). “Exposure to elevated levels of.......[Read More] [All News]

EMSL Analytical Renews Rhode Island Certification for Radon Testing

Certification renewal reinforces EMSL’s commitment to accurate, state-approved radon analysis to protect building occupants from exposure risks.

Cinnaminson, New Jersey, February 9, 2026 EMSL Analytical, Inc., one of the nation’s leading radon-testing laboratories and providers of sampling supplies and easy-to-use test kits, is proud to announce that its main radon laboratory in Cinnaminson, New Jersey has renewed its certification under the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) Center for Healthy Homes & Environment — Radon Program for “Radon Analytical Services Certification.” The renewed RIDOH certification reinforces.......[Read More] [All News]

Technical Solutions to Common Indoor Air Quality Issues in Schools

EMSL Analytical supports school administrators with laboratory testing services, inspection tools, and monitoring resources to create healthier learning environments.

Cinnaminson, New Jersey, February 6, 2026 With millions of students and educators spending the majority of their weekdays inside schools, maintaining a healthy indoor environment is critical. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has outlined seven technical strategies to help schools address common indoor air quality (IAQ) challenges and promote safer, more productive learning spaces. The EPA’s recommended solutions include: Provide Quality HVAC – Ensure HVAC systems are designed, operated, and.......[Read More] [All News]

Ongoing Concerns Over Lead Water Service Lines and Potential Drinking Water Contamination

EMSL Analytical offers lead and other heavy metal testing services, sampling supplies, and user-friendly test kits to identify exposure hazards from water, air, soil, paint, dust, and bulk material samples.

Cinnaminson, New Jersey, February 5, 2026 Over the last couple of years, there has been renewed attention to the public health risks associated with aging water service lines made from lead. As communities across the country work to identify and replace legacy lead pipes, health advocates have been emphasizing the importance of proactive testing to protect households, schools, and businesses from potential lead exposure. For decades, lead was commonly used in water service lines, plumbing fixtures, solder, and other.......[Read More] [All News]

Thousands of Junior Tennis Racquets Recalled Over Phthalate Exposure Risks

EMSL Analytical provides testing services to help companies prevent recalls and protect consumer health.

Toronto, Ontario, February 4, 2026 Health Canada has announced the recall of more than 2,700 junior tennis racquets after detecting phthalates in the butt cap of nine different models. The affected racquets, imported from China, were sold between July 2022 and July 2025. Consumers are urged to stop using the recalled products immediately and return them for a replacement. According to Health Canada’s recall notice, studies suggest that exposure to certain phthalates may cause reproductive and developmental issues in.......[Read More] [All News]