Washington State Department of Health Public Records Installment 1

Bow, Karen M (DOH)
From: Fox, Julie R (DOH)

Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 4:28 PM
To: Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Accepted: NAS Whidbey Island EIS
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Growler Noise 000001
To: "Borchardt, Mark"
Cc: "Ana Rule"
Subject: article in review?
Date: Wednesday, March 01, 2017 12:56:33 PM
Hello Mark and Ana,
Has your article about pathogen dispersion and manure irrigation has been published? I know the
review process can take a long time.
As an update, I was pulled off of the project about aerosolized manure in order to focus on noise
from military jets in our area for a while, but Im just getting back to it. I am also assisting with a
health impact review in response to a current bill in our state legislature that would affect fugitive
dust emissions from cattle feedlots.
I hope not to be a bother or to impose any stress, but to let you know that your results are
anticipated for current decision-making. (This is great!) I have mentioned that there is a paper that I
expect to provide helpful information about pathogen dispersion but I have not shared details.
Best wishes!
Julie
Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

Environmental Epidemiologist
Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences
Washington State Department of Health
P.O. Box 47846
Olympia, WA 98504-7846
(360) 236-4345
julie.fox@doh.wa.gov

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Subject: best wishes on noise overview!
Date: Wednesday, March 08, 2017 10:45:15 AM
Hello Lauren,
Im very grateful that you are representing the noise report overview at the State Board of Health.
Im cheering for you from PHSKC!
Julie

Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: call tomorrow about noise report strategy?
Date: Monday, February 27, 2017 1:14:27 PM
Hello Glen,
It sounds like we can get our draft of the noise website to Elizabeth and Teresa tomorrow morning.
Id like to ask Elizabeth Cole and Teresa Lohr if we could have a phone call tomorrow morning about
our general strategy, talking points, and concerns. Lili and I covered much of this in the email we
sent to them (you were ccd), but I think a quick chat would help ensure we are all on the same page
with strategy and a path forward.
Would you like to be in this conference call too?
Julie

Subject: check-in
Date: Friday, February 24, 2017 9:27:32 AM
Hello Glen,
Today Ill start drafting text for a webpage about noise. Will we post the report for the public
somewhere else right away, or can it wait for us to get this together? Id like to get some feedback
from you and others on proposed web content before posting.
Thanks for the info about the NASA air quality meeting. It does look relevant to our work and super
interesting. Im trying to find a good balance between getting stuff done and learning/participating
in trainings and conferences. Is this one that you would push for?
Julie

Subject: check-in
Date: Wednesday, January 11, 2017 9:50:47 AM
Hello Glen,
Today I'll be incorporating reviewers comments into the noise literature review.
Are we having a noise meeting today at 2 pm?
thanks,
Julie

Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Today well be distributing the draft of the noise lit review to our noise group at DOH (including you)
and to external reviewers. Ill cc you on the notes I send out to the other reviewers.
While we are waiting for feedback from reviewers I have a few other items to attend to, otherwise I
am ready to work on bill reviews that need my attention! Thank you for covering those other ones
while I focused on the noise review. Ill be attending the DOH session about bills on Thursday.
Thanks,
Julie

To: "ckarr@uw.edu"
Subject: CONGRATS!, noise and surveys
Date: Monday, March 20, 2017 1:34:18 PM
Hello Catherine,
Most importantly, congratulations! I was thrilled to learn that you received the Presidential Early
Career Award! What a great honor. Truly.
Our literature summary about noise and health is now publicly available on the DOH website. Its
within the link of the letter with comments sent to the navy, following the comments.
http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Noise
Now that the report is complete, I am getting back to the project reviewing the impact of land
application of manure on dairy farms. This brings me to ask if you might still be willing to discuss
potentially adding survey questions about gastrointestinal illness for your Yakima-area studies in
order to gain information about pathogen exposures, and maybe consider the possibility of sampling
bioaerosols. (?)
Best wishes!
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
To: Vincent, Hannah N (DOH)
Cc: Freelander, Lauren A (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Subject: Cover Page
Date: Thursday, February 23, 2017 1:31:26 PM
Attachments: Cover_SummaryOfTheAssociationBetweenNoiseAndHealth_v2.docx
Hi Hannah,
Attached is an edited version of the title page with Laurens contact information and our names
added as authors. Please feel free to make any formatting changes that you see fit.
Best,
Lillian Morris Manahan, PhD

Spatial Epidemiologist, Environmental Epidemiology
Washington State Dept. of Health
(360)236-3179
lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov
Public Health ~ Always working for a healthier and safer Washington.

Subject: dates for noise review
Date: Thursday, December 08, 2016 4:07:00 PM
Hello Glen,
Lili and I agree to commit to the dates you put on the draft table for noise. It doesnt matter to us so
much what dates you put before the review of the draft, as well likely be continuing those steps
until the end.
Julie

To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: description of the noise project
Date: Tuesday, December 13, 2016 12:15:06 PM
Hello Sally,
Here is a little more information about us, the project, and our big asks of you (if youre up for it!).
There are plans to increase the naval growler traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. While this may mean
a return to historic levels, it will be more than in recent history. An environmental impact statement
was published in November describing these changes. Modeled noise levels reported in the EIS
indicate that the maximum sound levels (Lmax) would range between 39 and 114 dB across points of
interest on the island outside of the base. A community group has expressed concern about the
noise levels.
WA State Board of Health asked WA Dept of Health (my agency) to conduct a literature review of
health effects of noise exposure to assist them in their evaluation and recommendations about the
proposed scenario. We need to get a final draft to them in early January, and we plan for our review
to be ~5 pages of text. I am working on this with Lili Morris (ccd), who is also an environmental
epidemiologist in our agency. I studied noise a bit as part of my Masters training in industrial
hygiene years ago. My main training is in exposure assessment and environmental/occupational
health, with an emphasis on air quality.
Our asks:
1. We have been compiling a library of references to use in our review. In the time frame
allowed, we will not be able to incorporate all of the vast literature on noise. Would you be
willing to look at our reference list and help ensure that we have included the most relevant
and key literature?
2. Would you be willing to read a draft of our review and provide comments? We plan to have
a draft ready soon after Jan 1.
It is a relatively quick timeline and we want to ensure that we provide the best work possible. Any
assistance you feel you can provide is appreciated!
Thank you,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Lohr, Teresa (DOH)
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Subject: discuss noise website rollout
Thanks for scheduling a room, Elizabeth! (TC2 Room 530)
Concussion? Take care, Teresa!
Julie

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: draft of health effects of noise lit review
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_final.docx
Hello Team,
Here is the draft of the health effects of noise literature review.
Ill send it out soon for external review as well. (Im just confirming the process for this with Glen.) Ill
ask reviewers to comment on these items:
1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do our
conclusions align with current published literature?
2) Does our reference list encompass the body of scientific literature on this subject?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are
critical to add? (Heads up: were already over our intended page limit.)
Thanks,
Julie (& Lili!)

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Bernard, Nancy (DOH)
Subject: draft of text for noise webpage
Date: Friday, February 24, 2017 1:01:28 PM
Attachments: noise_website_script_v1.docx
Hello Nancy,
Can I get you two to give me some quick feedback on a draft of text for a webpage about noise
exposure? I think youre out today, but perhaps on Monday?
Were hoping to post this quickly as a place where we can put our Whidbey Island Noise Report for
public access. (The idea just came up yesterday.)
Im up for any edits and suggestions, but here are some key items:
Is it clear and easy to read?

Are there other topics you think I should include?
I put greater emphasis on the sources of noise and strategies to prevent exposure rather
than the health effects. Im curious about your take on this.
I put a place holder for our noise report in the Additional Resources section. Too subtle?
Thanks!
Julie

To: "Nancy Beaudet"
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Date: Wednesday, January 04, 2017 2:52:48 PM
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5.docx
Dear Nancy Beaudet,
Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed. Lillian Morris and I wrote this at the
request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island, WA.
We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like to learn your opinion about these items:
1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do our conclusions align with current
published literature?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? (Heads up: were
already over our intended page limit.)
We would like to receive your feedback by Tuesday, Jan 10. My apologies for the short time for your review!
Finally, we ask that you not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by others externally and will also go through
further internal review at DOH.
With great appreciation,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
To: Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: EIS: our review
Date: Monday, January 02, 2017 10:22:05 PM
Attachments: Growler_EIS_Review_12-16.docx
Hi everyone:
Here is the draft of the EIS review. All comments welcome.
Joanne:
This version can be sent up through management or done with as you find appropriate (or
required). As to item #2 in the review, I will continue to work on this non-auditory effects section as
I consider there may be a need to include citations to support the sentences where I indicate that
tox and other epi work are available. This will also entail additional writing as I will want to indicate
what is in these citations. I will be starting to read and look up some of these tomorrow and should
have it done by Friday or this weekend. You let me know please by when I need to stop (do we have
until the 9th end of day?). I should be able to cheat (a great deal) thanks to the work that Lillian and
Julie have already done on the epi non-auditory portion review. I will hopefully be able to copy
verbatim. I will ask they send me their review and that will leave just the tox work to look at.
Then again I'll see what tomorrow brings. Maybe I just bail on putting any more effort into this!
Lillian and Julie:

In case either of you is interested in the noise effects portion of the environmental impact statement
which is their review of literature relevant to each outcome they list, you can find it here. It is
entitled: Appendix A Draft Aircraft Noise Study. The pages you will want, depending on which of
the convoluted page listings you wish to look for at the bottom of each page, are either pages A-160
to A-177 or pages A-16 to A-33. The references start on page A-195 or if you prefer, page A-51.
Note: None of these page listings line up with the page listings provide by Adobe Acrobat in the pdf
file.
Send me your review update please as I may use it..at your convenience. Within my review, only
#2 is of consequence to your efforts as I provide remarks pertaining to bias based on a lack of
scientific rigor and objectivity.
Best to all and happy new year.

From: Patrick, Glen (DOH)
To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: Emailing - WSBOHAgenda-2017-03-08-Draft.pdf
Attachments: WSBOHAgenda-2017-03-08-Draft.pdf
In case you are available on March 8th.
Glen Patrick, Manager

Environmental Epidemiology
P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177
g.patrick@doh.wa.gov
Physical Address: 243 Israel Road SE, Tumwater WA 98501


To: "richmanjd@gmail.com"
Subject: FW: Aircraft noise and health impacts on Whidbey Island
Date: Friday, December 02, 2016 12:30:55 PM
Attachments: Aircraft-Noise-Children-WhidbeyIs.pdf

Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 5:02 PM
To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: Aircraft noise and health impacts on Whidbey Island
Hi Lili,
Attached is the review conducted by UofW PEHSU on the health impacts to children exposed to
chronic aircraft noise on Whidbey Island. The project at hand is to conduct a literature review to
update this work and prepare a summary on the health impacts on the population, not just
children. I will send separately the draft EIS.
GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


From: Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
Subject: FW: Aviation Noise Bibliography
Date: Monday, February 27, 2017 10:24:23 AM
Attachments: Stirling Consulting-SCRP No. 2.pdf
FYI
Lauren Jenks, MPH, CHES

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)

Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 3:04 PM
To: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH) <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
<Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>
FYI Lauren, please share with your team.
From: stirlingconsulting@frontier.com [mailto:stirlingconsulting@frontier.com]

Sent: Friday, February 24, 2017 9:27 AM
To: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH) <Kathy.Lofy@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Aviation Noise Bibliography
Dear Dr. Lofy,
As an historian who works on environmental and public health issues and lives adjacent to the
Navy OLF near Coupeville, I have a keen interest in the issue of aviation noise. Accordingly,
Ive compiled a bibliography containing 800+ citations related to all manner of aviation noise.
Owing to the short timeframe in which to submit comments on the Navys DEIS for the EA-
18G, I decided to issue a draft version of the bibliography which was appended to my
comment letter. Ive also distributed it to numerous interested individuals, organizations, and
agencies, including Island County Health Officer, Dr. Brad Thomas.
I have identified 400+ additional documents of interest, and will issue a final version with a
more comprehensive index and a more detailed subject breakdown. I thought you and your
staff might find my reference work of interest, especially considering your work on the paper
A Summary of the Association Between Noise and Health. Im happy to answer any
questions you might have and I have electronic copies of most of the cited documents that I
can share if you need.

Regards,
Dale A. Stirling
STIRLING CONSULTING
Environmental & Public Health History Services
P.O. Box 280
48 Alexis Lane
Coupeville, WA 98239
360-678-1934
http://www.stirlingconsulting.org
This email and any attachments are confidential and intended for the recipient of this email.
Any unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution or use is prohibited. If you have received
this email in error, please delete at your earliest convenience.
<<...>>

Subject: FW: contact info
See below. Would they be of any value or just add to the complexity of your task?

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Sent: Tuesday, December 20, 2016 6:50 PM
To: Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Fwd: contact info
FYI-- and, do you need either of these documents?
Begin forwarded message:
From: "Brad Thomas, MD" <b.thomas@co.island.wa.us>

Date: December 20, 2016 at 5:01:33 PM PST
To: "Jenks, Lauren (DOH)" <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>
Cc: "Brad Thomas, MD" <b.thomas@co.island.wa.us>
Subject: RE: contact info
Lauren

Thank you very much for the update!

The two sound level data sources (other than anecdotal community member SPL
recordings) that I am aware of are:

1: A study by JGL Acoustics, sponsored by COER, that has extensive measurements
about the OLF area and
2: The National Parks Service Acoustic Soundscape survey, released this fall.

Do you need copies of either of those? (If only to compare against the modeled
estimates predicted by the navy EIS..)


You must know: its obvious from community involvement (read passion) that
anything you folks can do at the state level to help clarify any actual health risks would
be hugely appreciated.
Thank you for following up. If possible, please keep me posted as things progress down
there in the mother-ship of public health
Brad
From: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) [mailto:Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV]

To: Brad Thomas, MD
Thanks for the email! Heres a summary of our approachhope it helps! Let me know
what else you need!
Lauren
Our review will be focused on the possible public health impacts from noise. We have
noted that the EIS relies on modeling efforts and their outcomes. The modeling efforts
use different algorithms as well as methodological approaches to determine various
effects from noise (e.g. annoyance versus sleep disturbance versus non-auditory
effects, etc.). Some limited sound pressure data have been provided by outside
sources for select locations within the area to be impacted, but it does not appear that
these data had any bearing on the conclusions provided from the modeling efforts. It
may be that we recommend further review of the possible health impacts of noise
from these aircraft, either through an expert panel or, perhaps, a health impact
assessment.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Brad Thomas, MD [mailto:b.thomas@co.island.wa.us]

Sent: Monday, December 19, 2016 3:43 PM
To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>

Subject: contact info
Hello Lauren:
I realized after getting off the phone, you might not have contact/email info at hand.
As we discussed, our county board of health will be meeting tomorrow afternoon, and
it would be great if I could give them an update on your preliminary thoughts,
understanding you have not yet landed anywhere. In part because the time window
for comments on the EIS is fairly small, and the board meets only monthly.
Thanks again for any wisdom you can share!
Brad
J. Brad Thomas, MD
Health Officer Island County
PO BOX 5000 Coupeville WA 98239-5000
b.thomas@co.island.wa.us
360.679.7350 ph
360.679.7390 fax
Public Health: Always working for a safer & healthier Island County

Cc: Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: FW: DOH DEIS Comments
Attachments: DOH DEIS Comments 02.24.17.pdf
The Growler DEIS comments have been submitted! Thank you all so much for all your work on this
project! I know it was a lot of work, and it is very much appreciated by the local health department,
the board of health, and the community groups on Whidbey Island!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Hanson, Donna M (DOH)

Cc: Bow, Karen M (DOH) <Karen.Bow@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: DOH DEIS Comments
Lauren:
The comments were submitted a few minutes ago on the Navys comment site. Heres the signed
letter for your use.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Donna

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Lofy, Kathy H (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH);
Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Davis, Michelle (DOH); DeLong, David J (DOH); Cooper, Kelly (DOH); Thomas, Brad
(DOHi); Higman, Keith (DOHi); Wood, Jill (DOHi)
Cc: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH)
Subject: FW: Final DOH comments on Growler DEIS
Attachments: Gov. Inslee comments on draft EIS for EA-18G Growler Airfield Operations.pdf
The governors comments on the Growler DEIS, just FYI.
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Baumgart, Jim (GOV)

Cc: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH) <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: RE: Final DOH comments on Growler DEIS
Thanks.
Attached you will find the governors comments

To: Duff, Robert (GOV) <robert.duff@gov.wa.gov>; Baumgart, Jim (GOV)
<jim.baumgart@gov.wa.gov>
Subject: Final DOH comments on Growler DEIS
Here is what got submitted today!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825

Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

From: Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Subject: FW: Growler DEIS
Date: Tuesday, March 14, 2017 2:08:21 PM
Attachments: 13-0030-DOD DEIS NASWI Growlers.pdf
FYI. EPAs comments on the Growler DEIS.
Joanne M. Snarski
Site Assessments and Toxicology, Section Manager
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630
From: Somers, Elaine [mailto:somers.elaine@epa.gov]

Sent: Monday, March 13, 2017 7:34 PM
To: Snarski, Joanne (DOH) <Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Growler DEIS
Hello, Joanne,
Thank you so much for sending the Growler comment letter from Washington Department of
Health. It was a great piece of work and very interesting reading--our deep appreciation to you and
everyone who contributed to it!
Per your request, the EPA letter is attached.
Our best regards,

Elaine
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Region 10

Office of Environmental Review and Assessment
Environmental Review and Sediment Management Unit
1200-6th Avenue, Suite 900
Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-553-2966
somers.elaine@epa.gov

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Subject: FW: Growler EIS Comments
FYI. This is what was sent to Governors office.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Sent: Monday, January 09, 2017 9:56 AM
To: Baumgart, Jim (GOV) <jim.baumgart@gov.wa.gov>; Duff, Robert (GOV)
<robert.duff@gov.wa.gov>
Cc: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH) <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>; Cooper, Kelly (DOH)
<Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>; Snarski, Joanne (DOH) <Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Growler EIS Comments
Good morning! You had asked for an indication of how we are planning to respond to the Navys EIS
on the Growlers on Whidbey Island by today. Here are our initial recommendations. Im happy to
discuss when you are ready.
Thanks!
Lauren
1. Assure NOISEMAP model estimates are applicable for use at NASW. Estimates of exposure
to noise from aircraft operations to the residents within the surrounding communities were
derived from Department of Defense computer modeling software entitled
NOISEMAP.Although the NOISEMAP model has been previously validated based on
information obtained from other locations, evidence was not provided to indicate that the
model accurately predicts actual exposure to noise under conditions at NASW. It is unclear
why efforts were not made to compare multiple estimates provided for the various metrics
with actual noise measurements.
a. Validate NOISEMAP model using actual measurements. Each metric for exposure
used for an outcome should be measured under appropriate conditions (scenarios)
and the model estimates need to be compared and evaluated against these actual
values to identify the models predictive nature.
b. Describe how NOISEMAP has been updated to reflect recent research findings. In
1980 it was determined that 87% of the population was not annoyed by sound
pressure levels (A weighted) below 65dB. Indicate that no information has been

identified in the last 35 years to support or question the use of 65dB within the
model as the lowest range when investigating impacts from noise. A discussion also
needs to be included pertaining to the remaining (not insignificant) 13% of the
population that do find these levels annoying and how this portion of the population
was addressed within the model.

2. Improve description of current state of science around noise and public health;
specifically non-auditory health effects.
a. Describe and conduct a comprehensive review of the literature. The document
does not describe a systematic process for including articles in the literature review.
We are aware of a significant number of directly relevant articles that were not
included.
b. Do not require a definitive causal and significant relationship between aircraft
noise and health prior to including the health outcome in the model. This standard
is unreasonably high and resulted in non-auditory health effects being excluded from
the model. Due to the increased observance in recent years of findings associating
noise exposure to hypertension and CHD the World Health Organization (2011) has
already suggested a dose-response algorithm for cardiovascular risk (cardiovascular
disease is a non-auditory effect). It is unclear whether the conclusions regarding
non-auditory health effects are correct, but, regardless, they are not well justified
either through the description provided or by failure to meet the criteria that a
definitive causal and significant relationship be identified.
c. Expand review to include effects of noise from noise sources beyond aircraft. It is
unclear why literature from other noise sources which can result in similar effects
were not considered. It would seem prudent to include the effects from other noise
sources as there are limited data on effects from noise originating with commercial
and/or non-commercial aircraft. Also, a broader literature search may be warranted
as we were unable to find a discussion on the different noise environments that exist
between commercial airports and military airfields or on how the modeling efforts
accounted for study results from commercial airports when applying those results to
the noise environment at military airfields.

3. Conduct a Health Impact Assessment. Health Impact Assessment is a rapidly emerging
practice among local, state, and federal jurisdictions that helps assess how a proposed
decision will affect the health of a population and whether vulnerable populations are more
likely to be impacted. The goal of a Health Impact Assessment is to provide
recommendations during the decision-making process that will protect health and reduce
health inequities. A Health Impact Assessment brings potential positive and negative public
health impacts and considerations to the decision-making process for plans, projects, and
policies that fall outside traditional public health arenas, such as military aircraft use and
associated noise. A Health Impact Assessment can engage community members and
stakeholders to provide practical recommendations to increase positive health effects while
minimizing negative ones.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: FW: Looping you in on a conversation with Navy
FYI. Please see Dr. Thomass (Island County) concerns noted below. At our next meeting we will nail
down our work plan to share with management.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2016 6:57 PM
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Fwd: Looping you in on a conversation with Navy
I'll tell her we'll have a draft project plan next week.
Lauren
From: "Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)" <Kathy.Lofy@DOH.WA.GOV>

To: "Thomas, Brad (DOHi)" <b.thomas@co.island.wa.us>, "Jenks, Lauren (DOH)"
Subject: RE: Looping you in on a conversation with Navy
Hi Brad,

Laurens team is reviewing the EIS. Thanks for sharing your concerns.

Once the review is complete, we might want to all sit down and discuss the feedback.
Lauren, do you have any idea when your team might have feedback?

Thanks,
Kathy


To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)
<Kathy.Lofy@DOH.WA.GOV>
Hello Lauren:
You and Kathy Lofy had offered support to help assess the navy EIS. Id like to take you
up on that offer, and would greatly appreciate your thoughts and input.
The most obvious concern is that modelling the noise levels may significantly
underestimate sound levels and is in clear disagreement with several documented SPL
measurements: A noise study performed by JGL Acoustics in Summer 2013 in the
Coupeville area found SPL readings as high as 128 dBA. The United States National Park
Service in Summer 2016 measured SPL readings as high as 113 and 117 dBA over the
Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve. There are also several community
members who have measured even higher SPL levels.
These numbers clearly do not match the modelled estimates provided in the EIS. The
navy model predicts much lower levels in the 70-80 range in the same geographic
areas. Because of the logarithmic nature of sound measurement, there is a huge
difference in the impact of a sound level of 80 compared to 120.
My other concern is that all of the noise exposure/health impact/learning impairment

studies that are available study fairly steady state noise exposure (commercial airport
or traffic/industrial noise) to which one might acclimate and that is much lower in level
and much more continuous over time; this is not the kind of noise exposure our
community experiences from the touch and go practices.
In one of the scenarios provided by the navy EIS, the number of flights at OLF
Coupeville may increase from approximately 6,000 to 35,000 per year, so the impact of
noise will clearly be rising.
Please know I also appreciate this is a very controversial issue, one that is potentially
politically loaded, and do not want to put you in a hard place. I am truly concerned,
however, that we may be putting people at risk above and beyond mere aggravation
and sleep disruption.
Any insight or wisdom you can share would be hugely appreciated!
Thanks!
Brad
PS: the entire EIS is HUGE, but appendix A applies to aircraft noise

http://www.whidbeyeis.com/CurrentEISDocuments.aspx

Sent: Monday, November 07, 2016 8:52 AM
To: Keith Higman; Brad Thomas, MD
Cc: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH); Halvorson, Clark R (DOH); Schrieve, Garin (DOH)
Subject: Looping you in on a conversation with Navy
Hello! You may already have all this information, but I wanted to :make sure you are
looped in on a conversation I had with Teri Lazo at the US Navy regarding PFOS.
Teri asked us for support on the public meetings scheduled for 11/21 at Oak Harbor
High School in the evening and on 11/22 at the Camp Casey conference center from
11-2 and 5-9. We will work with Dena Ginn on her staff. I told her we are meeting with
our PIO today and we would call Dena at that point and come up with a plan.
I took the opportunity to ask about the noise issues. She let me know that the EIS will
be out by the end of next week. There will be public meetings the week of 12/5 to
gather comments on the EIS. All comments will be due on January 25. We will plan on
submitting comments. She was aware that The Citizens of Eby's Reserve have
requested all the records at Island County Public Health related to communication with
the Navy on PFCs. We'll be expecting to see COER at all the public meetings, maybe
talking about PFOS, and maybe talking about noise.
Please let me know how we can support you on these topics!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Date: Friday, December 02, 2016 8:28:19 AM
FYI ~
Brad is the Island County Health Officer
P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
FYI

To: "Jenks, Lauren (DOH)" <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>, "Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)"
Hello Lauren:





Thanks!
Brad


Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Subject: FW: Noise on Whidbey Island
Attachments: Tab10a-MemoCOERComplaint.pdf
Tab10b-ComplaintWhidbeyComplaint.pdf
Tab10c-2015-001WSBOHComplaintPolicy.pdf
Importance: High
FYI. This is the complaint to the board.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: Noise on Whidbey Island
Importance: High
Hey thereAs I mentioned last week, in addition to reviewing the Navys EIS and providing
comments, we need to do a literature review on the public health impacts of noise pollution to
support the state board of health investigation into the complaints alleged against the Local Health
Department. I have attached the complaint and the information provided to the State Board of
Health relevant to the complaint to help scope the literature review. It is important for us to be able
to provide the information needed to the Board as quickly as possible so that they can complete
their investigation as quickly as possible. Please let me know if it would be helpful to meet with the
Board staff to clarify the scope of the literature review needed.
I need to meet with the Exec Team on Tuesday morning next week (11/29) to update them on this
project. By the end of the day Monday (11/28), could you please provide me with a high level
overview of your plan for completing these assignmentsboth the EIS comments and the lit review.
Id like a summary of your approach and timeline. Will we consult with LNI or UW or others? What
are you delegating to which of your staff? What deadlines are you setting? What other resources
might you need? For example, what help do you need from environmental epi? From Kathy Lofys
office? Michelle Davis thought she might have a little bit of capacity to help with the lit review, if we
need that. Is this something we should take her up on? And, please include anything else you think
it would be helpful for our Exec Team to be aware of on this project.
Thank you!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: FW: Noise timeline update
Attachments: Draft project plan 2.docx
I am sending the revised draft for your review. The comments for the DEIS are now to be finalized
prior to the 9th based on Laurens request below.
Glen, given that your staffs work serves primarily to respond to the board of health issue, I think it
can take a different time track. Also with the shortened timeline and the holidays it seems more
reasonable. Also, given our ongoing coordination, Koenraad does not expect that his efforts can be
dependent on completion of the lit review. Glen let me know if you want to make additional
adjustments to the timeline or if we should seek further clarifications from Lauren?
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Sent: Thursday, December 08, 2016 11:32 AM
Subject: RE: Noise timeline update
Clark said that he and Kelly need to review the comments before the 9th, and, depending on the
comments, they will decide at that time whether they need additional agency review before sending
to the govs office on the 9th. Please adjust accordingly!

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

Subject: Noise timeline update
Importance: High

Last night, the governors office asked that all the state agencies preparing comments on the EIS
send them our drafts by January 9, in preparation for another agency meeting the week of January 9
and so that they can prepare the governors comments the next week. Please adjust our planning to
account for this timeline. I would like to see our draft comments before we send them to the
governors office. I have a call in to Clark to find out what other review might be necessary prior to
the 9th.
Thanks!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Subject: FW: noise_health_rvw_final
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 2:42:55 PM
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_final.docx
Here ya go.

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2017 5:20 PM
Subject: noise_health_rvw_final
Hi Lauren,
Attached is the final document on noise and health. This final version reflects the comments from
John and Kathy Lofy and includes a rewrite of the Susceptible Population section. While this report
could be formatted to a more formal style, the narrative is considered final and is a great piece of
work. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: FW: offer noise expertise?
Date: Monday, December 12, 2016 12:01:45 PM
Yay! I just responded to Sally to arrange a time to discuss.
Julie
From: Sally Lusk [mailto:lusk@umich.edu]

Sent: Monday, December 12, 2016 11:55 AM
To: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: Re: offer noise expertise?
Julie,
I am so pleased to hear you will be preparing this report. It's been a mission of mine for a few
years to educate the public regarding the hazards of noise. We recently prepared a Position
Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published in Nursing
Outlook. http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext. This should be
of some assistance to you.
We are currently preparing a lengthier Policy Brief that will contain more information about
the problem, the research, and some potential policy solutions. I expect that this brief will
contain most of the essential references, but will not be ready to be submitted for approval,
and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it will not help you with your deadline.
I am not sure what your expectations are the time required, but I would be interested in being
involved in the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to review.
Sally
On Mon, Dec 12, 2016 at 3:39 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov> wrote:
Dear Dr. Sally Lusk,
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects of noise
to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about noise exposures
among community members living near a naval base with jets that are regularly in flight.
I discussed this with Todd Schoonover, who works for Washington Dept of Labor and
Industries. Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested you
would be a good person to contact.
I am working on this with one other colleague, Lili Morris (ccd). We are hoping to find a
noise expert who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using for our
review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft of
our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and the report
must be finalized in early January.

Do you have interest in offering your expertise? We would very much appreciate it!
Best wishes,
Julie

Ambient Air Environmental Epidemiologist
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
--
Sally L. Lusk, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAAOHN
President Emerita, Midwest Nursing Research Society Foundation
Professor Emerita, The University of Michigan School of Nursing

To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Subject: FW: report on health effects of noise for your review
Date: Thursday, January 12, 2017 11:43:00 AM
Attachments: SLnoise_health_rvw_draft_v5 (1).docx
Koenraad,
Here are the comments from Sally Lusk. She is a retired professor from the University of Michigan who focused on noise.
Julie

Sent: Sunday, January 08, 2017 11:29 AM
Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Re: report on health effects of noise for your review
Hello Julie, et al,
Superb job, very impressive.
I've attached your doc with my comments - after initial highlight, just decided to use track changes throughout the doc..
Your questions and my answers follow the ref list. Happy to discuss by phone, and my phone has been working well, but best to set via email a
specific time for a call
Please send me the final doc as soon as you can as I want to share it with our team.
Sally
On Wed, Jan 4, 2017 at 6:55 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov> wrote:
Dear Sally Lusk,
Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed. Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at the request of
the Washington State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. (Ive also ccd my
supervisor, Glen Patrick.)
1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do our conclusions align with current published
literature?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? (Heads up: were already over our
intended page limit.)
Finally, we ask that you not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by others externally and will also go through further
internal review at DOH.
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
--

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Hello Lili and Glen,
Noah Seixas of the UW will not be able to offer comment on the noise report.
We have now heard back from all of the experts who we asked to review this paper. We received reviews from Nancy Beaudet (UW) and Sally
Lusk (retired prof of U Michigan), as well as Nancy Bernard (DOH).
Julie

Sent: Wednesday, January 11, 2017 11:21 AM
To: Noah Seixas
Subject: RE: report on health effects of noise for your review
That's OK Noah, I certainly understand. Thanks for considering it!
A wide breadth of topics come up in my office. I may call on you to weigh-in about other items in the future!
Best wishes,
Julie
From: Noah Seixas [nseixas@u.washington.edu]

Sorry Julie, I have it printed out but I've been,and continue to be totally overwhelmed with various work with deadlines. I'm
sure you can proceed without my input. Sorry to have let this go.
Thanks,
Noah
On 1/11/2017 10:40 AM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
Hello Noah,
Are you still up for reviewing the noise report that we drafted? I think we could still incorporate your comments if we receive
them some time today.
I understand if you have found that you are too busy.
thanks,
Julie

Sent: Wednesday, January 04, 2017 3:05 PM
To: 'nseixas@uw.edu'
Subject: report on health effects of noise for your review
Dear Noah Seixas,

Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed. Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote
this at the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island,
WA. (Ive also ccd my supervisor, Glen Patrick.)


1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do our conclusions align with
current published literature?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? Heads up:
were already over our intended page limit.


Finally, we ask that you not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by others externally and will also go
through further internal review at DOH.


Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

--
-----------------------
Noah S. Seixas, PhD, Professor
Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
University of Washington, School of Public Health
4225 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105-6099
phone: 206-685-7189
fax:206-616-6240
email:nseixas@uw.edu

Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Subject: FW: Stakeholder meeting regarding NASWI on December 20th
Date: Thursday, December 22, 2016 10:35:52 AM
Governors office met with some resident groups on Tuesday. Below is a summary of their meeting.
Not sure if or how this could impact our work moving forward.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2016 3:09 PM
FYI

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH)

To: Cooper, Kelly (DOH) <Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
FYI

Sent: Wednesday, December 21, 2016 11:28 AM
To: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH) <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>

Clark,
A brief summary of our meeting yesterday.
Jim
JIM BAUMGART
Policy Advisor | Office of Governor Jay Inslee
Desk: 360.902.0559 | Cell: 360.480.9782
www.governor.wa.gov | Jim.Baumgart@gov.wa.gov
Email communications with state employees are public records and may be subject to disclosure,
pursuant to Ch. 42.56 RCW.

To: Wicker, Kelly (GOV) <kelly.wicker@gov.wa.gov>; Postman, David (GOV)
<David.Postman@gov.wa.gov>; Westbrook, David (GOV) <David.Westbrook@gov.wa.gov>; Smith,
Andi (GOV) <Andi.Smith@gov.wa.gov>; Ricketts, Sam (GOV) <Sam.Ricketts@gov.wa.gov>;
Steuerwalt, Matt (GOV) <Matt.Steuerwalt@gov.wa.gov>
Cc: Duff, Robert (GOV) <robert.duff@gov.wa.gov>; Terlinchamp, Julia (GOV)
<julia.terlinchamp@gov.wa.gov>; Wonhoff, Taylor (GOV) <taylor.wonhoff@gov.wa.gov>
Subject: Stakeholder meeting regarding NASWI on December 20th
Kelly,
We had the stakeholder meeting yesterday. It did not go as smoothly as anticipated. The ferry from
Port Townsend did not run yesterday so we did the meeting via phone with Julia Terlinchamp
already on Whidbey because she came across the bridge at Anacortes. Julia had stakeholders from
San Juan County and Island county; including the Citizens of Ebeys Reserve, the National Parks
Conservation Group, Quiet Skies and Friends of the San Juans. Rob Duff, Tip Wonhoff and I took part
in the meeting from Port Townsend and were joined by Save the Olympic Peninsula (STOP), Protect
Olympic Peninsula, Progressives of Jefferson County, Protect the Peninsulas Future, the Olympic
Environmental Council / North Olympic Group Sierra Club.
Collectively the group had some requests

- An extension to the public comment period for the EIS. Currently the public comment
period ends on January 25th. Given the technical nature of the EIS and its length (more than
1,000 pages) citizens are having some difficulty in digesting all the information. They ask that
the governor request an extension to the public comment period.
- Either a supplemental EIS or an additional sound study regarding stationing additional EA-
18G Growlers at NASWI. The EIS section on sound is based on computer modeling and
stakeholders would like to see more work on this section.

- Include the perfuloronated alkaloid compounds (PFCs) in drinking water as part of the EIS.
Rob Duff and I have been working this issue with Clark Halvorson at the WA Department of
Health. This is an issue resulting from the use of aqueous film forming foam used in
firefighting training and operations at airfields across the country. The Navy recently tested
their drinking water at various sites and determined that it was above EPA health advisory
levels for PFCs. The municipal water supply has been tested and the Navy is testing private
wells in a one mile areas surrounding the Ault Field and OLF Coupeville. The municipal water
supply did not test above the EPA health advisory level. For citizens that have PFCs above the
EPA health advisory level, the navy is providing short term mitigation (bottled water) while
they continue to look at the scope of the problem. As this is a present condition from legacy
and ongoing operations, we see this as a separate issue from the EIS. DoH concurs and
would like to keep moving forward to address drinking water concerns within the
community in a timely manner.
- Have the governor more directly engage the WA Congressional Delegation about the issue
of Navy training in the state of Washington
- The EIS process should not be segmented. Combine the various EIS into one document to
cumulative impact to the community.
- Intervene to stop the Navy proposed pier expansion at Coast Guard Station Port Angeles.
This was a EA done last year to station 7 additional vessels at the Coast Guard Station to
facilitate escort operations for the US Navy
- Intervene to stop the Navy from conducting Electronic Warfare training over the Olympic
Peninsula, this might include all flights in the MOA, but Im not certain
- Examine other training alternatives that shift EA-18G Growler training from Puget Sound to
another location
- Prohibit SEAL training at state parks
- Establish a commission (multi-agency) to address issues and develop binding agreements
with the Navy to resolve conflicts
I have some research to do regarding a few of these issues and will have something ready for the
update to the governor on January 17th .
As I did not make it to Whidbey Island yesterday, I did not speak directly with some of these
organizations, but I was in contact with all of them by phone. Regrettably that may have led to some
abrupt comments to Julia. The governor committed to this meeting back in Nov 2014 in a letter to
the Citizens of Ebeys Reserve (COER) recognizing the EIS was the most appropriate process to
examine the effect of flight operations on the surrounding community. We will stay in contact with
the group; however, Im not certain another large scale meeting is required.
I might have missed something but I think I got most of it
Sincerely,
Jim

JIM BAUMGART
Desk: 360.902.0559 | Cell: 360.480.9782

From: Bernard, Nancy (DOH)
Subject: FW: Today"s Press 02-16-2017 - noise
Did your paper on noise and health effects go forward? Is the Navy really claiming there is no link
between noise and health? Nancy
Hospital should consider noise from Growler flights, group says

http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/hospital-should-consider-noise-from-growler-flights-
group-says/

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: FW: Whidbey Island Naval Air Station EIS for Growler
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 3:53:58 PM
Attachments: CommentLetter_201606165.pdf
Ecologys comments

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: Bommarito, Meg (ECY)

Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 11:21 AM
Subject: Whidbey Island Naval Air Station EIS for Growler
Hi Lauren I received a note from Polly Zehm a while back (November) asking us to
coordinate with you if we were commenting on the Whidbey Island Growler EIS. We sent
some comments last week (2/23) and unfortunately, I failed to coordinate with you
beforehand. My apologies!
I have attached the letter we sent related to their air permit and greenhouse gas emissions.
We worked with NWCAA on the comments and did not have any others.
Again my apologies for not contacting you prior to sending the comments. Please let me
know if there are other proposals that we should coordinate on in the future. Let me know
also if youd like to discuss this proposal or our comments.
Thank you!
Meg Bommarito
Regional Planner
Northwest Regional Office
Department of Ecology
office 425.649.7128
cell 425.681.6236
Meg.Bommarito@ecy.wa.gov

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Cooper, Kelly (DOH); Davis, Michelle (DOH)
Subject: FW: Whidbey Jet Noise - A Comprehensive Study
Attachments: Navy Draft EIS- Jay"s comments.docx
FYI

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374
From: jay.ham@comcast.net [mailto:jay.ham@comcast.net]

Sent: Wednesday, March 29, 2017 10:40 AM
Subject: Whidbey Jet Noise - A Comprehensive Study
Dont know if you saw my report but here it is. Its relevant to your public health concerns regarding
NAS Whidbey aviation operations and the proposed increase of them.

From: Sally Lusk
Subject: Fwd: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn Equipment
Daniel was making sure I saw the press release, but I had been involved in writing it with Ted, so had
already seen it. I was pleased he sent the link to his editorial. Of course if what he recommends already
existed, your work would be done!
---------- Forwarded message ----------

From: Daniel Fink <djfink01@aol.com>
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2016 at 9:58 AM
To: Sally Lusk <lusk@umich.edu>
Cc: Bonnie Sager <bsagerod@hotmail.com>
Sally
Good morning. Hope youre well.
Saw this from NFA which quotes YOU so I wanted to be sure you were aware of it.
Three other bits of information I want to share with you:
1. My editorial What Is a Safe Noise Level for the Public will appear in the Janary 2017 issue of the
American Journal of Public Health, but it is available online now. It is open access so it may be shared
widely.What Is a Safe Noise Level for the Public? This specifically mentions the AAN Policy Statement on
noise. I hope that will be revised to discuss the safe noise level for the public and the importance of
protecting hearing by preventing noise exposure in the public. (Im convinced based on a handful of studies
of auditory acuity in primitive populations, most from the 1960s, that significant hearing loss with age is not
part of the normal physiological aging process but rather NIHL. I can share PDFs of these articles with you
if you want.
2. I am Founding Board Chair of a new umbrella anti-noise organization, The Quiet Coalition. We are a
loose consortium of individuals and groups working together to make the world a quieter place, each of us
with our own focus on one aspect or another of noise and hearing issues.
3. I have been invited by WHO to attend a meeting in Geneva in March 2017 reviewing their Make
Listening Safe campaign. Will anyone from AAN be attending?
Best wishes for the holiday season and for a quiet New Year.
Daniel
From: "NOISE FREE AMERICA" <NOISE_FREE_AMERICA@mail.vresp.com>

Subject: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn
Equipment
Date: December 19, 2016 at 2:02:22 AM PST

To: djfink01@aol.com
Reply-To: "NOISE FREE AMERICA" <reply-71146d76d8-4f65c7c4ee-
ccfe@u.cts.vresp.com>
Noise Free America
Hammacher Schlemmer:Encouraging Kids to Like

Noisy Lawn Equipment

Noise Free America: A Coalition to Promote Quiet
December 19, 2016
For immediate release
Contact:
Sally Lusk
lusk@umich.edu
Ted Rueter
director@noisefree.org
877-664-7366
Chapel Hill:Hammacher Schlemmer, Americas longest-running catalog, has won

this monthsNoisy Dozen awardfromNoise Free America: A Coalition to Promote
Quietfor selling toy yard work equipment, intended to introduce youngsters to the
joys of making unnecessary noise.
Hammacher Schlemmer boasts that the sound emulating junior landscapers tools
provide realistic sound. The toy lawn mower generates the pleasing sound of a
mower on a weekend afternoon. When the noisemaking from lawn mowing is
complete, the youthful landscaper may use a realistically molded shoulder-mounted
leaf blower, which cleans up the grounds. A press of a trigger causes a puff of air
to activate dozens of circulating foam pellets in the nozzle to stimulate motion while
it generates a whoosing sound. The blower stores the included ear muffs and eye
googlessigns of responsible landscaping stewardship.
Sally L. Lusk, Professor Emerita, University of Michigan School of Nursing, states

that encouraging childrens use of noisy tools is promoting the wrong message to a
vulnerable group. Instead, children need to learn that noise is harmful to their

health. It is well documented that noise has negative effects on everyones health,
and has a greater effect on children. Because their body systems are still
developing, they are more susceptible to its effects.
While most persons are aware that environmental noise can cause hearing loss and
tinnitus, said Lusk, research in the past two decades has documented its negative
effects on all parts of the body.The American Academy of Nursings position
statementindicates that noise is a public health hazard, having a significant impact
on the health of our nation and its economic well-being. In addition to hearing loss
and tinnitus, noise exposure contributes to increased heart disease, stroke, anxiety,
stress, depression, learning difficulties, sleep disorders, hyperactivity, obesity, low
birth weight, prematurity, and reduced cognitive abilities and job performance.
Ted Rueter, director of Noise Free America: A Coalition to Promote Quiet,

commented that there is nothing pleasing about the hum of a lawn mower. Millions
of Americans are obsessed with their lawn, using gas-powered lawn mowers and
gas-powered leaf blowers to blast away any hint of imperfection. Consequently,
many American neighborhoods have become leaf blower hell. Leaf blowers kick up
dirt, dust, debris, and animal droppings. Also, using a gas-powered leaf blower for
one hour emits as many toxins into the atmosphere as driving a car for one hour.
Rueter noted that the advertising copy states that the toy lawn mower and leaf
blower employs responsible landscaping stewardship, by virtue of including goggles
and ear muffs. True responsible landscaping stewardship would involve creating
the least amount of noise and air pollution as possible. The companys claim is
ridiculous.
According to Rueter, Hammacher Schlemmer asserts that it has offered the best,
the only, and the unexpected for 167 years. By selling the sound emulating junior
landscapers tools, Hammacher Schlemmer is offering the needless, the worthless,
and the harmful. They should stop selling this product.
Noise Free America: A Coalition to Promote Quietis a national citizens organization

opposed to noise pollution. Past winners of the Noisy Dozen award include
turbospoke (making bicycles sound like motorcycles), the boom box on a bus,
andremote keyless entry systems.
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Cc: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH); Lofy, Kathy H (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Fwd: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health problems
You're famous! Check out the link to see your fabulous report making a splash on Whidbey
Island!
Lauren
From: "Davis, Michelle (DOH)" <Michelle.Davis@sboh.wa.gov>

Date: February 21, 2017 at 4:03:08 PM PST
Subject: FW: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health
problems

From: Graham, Julie A (DOH)
Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2017 3:46 PM
To: Davis, Michelle (DOH) <Michelle.Davis@sboh.wa.gov>; Cooper, Kelly (DOH)
<Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>; Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH) <Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>
Cc: Johnson, David G (DOH) <david.johnson@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health problems

FYI
State report finds link between jet noise, health problems
http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/state-report-finds-link-
between-jet-noise-health-problems/

Julie Graham
Strategic Communications - Center for Public Affairs
360-810-1628
Julie.Graham@DOH.WA.GOV


Subject: FYI Noise Article
Date: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 3:04:33 PM
Attachments: image001.gif
FYI.
http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/uw-professor-seattle-exposed-to-most-chronically-high-noise-
levels-of-any-city-in-us/475295201
Perhaps the professor mentioned in the article would be a good contact for further discussion?
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: hello!
Date: Friday, January 13, 2017 2:38:53 PM
Hello Hannah,
Sorry for being so distracted yesterday evening! Lili and I were in the final stretch of completing a
draft of a noise report that has been all-consuming in the last few weeks. I was a bit stressed.
Its nice to be able to catch up a little on a few other things now. I know that pile of cds and papers
on my desk for records roundup are calling to me. Ill get to it!
Have a nice weekend,
Julie

Subject: In the news...
http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/state-report-finds-link-between-jet-
noise-health-problems/
I suspect this is the tip of the iceberg.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: in the office on Wed instead of Tues, and noise expert
Hello Glen,
Im switching up my schedule again this week so that I will be in the office on Wed and Thurs. This
way I can attend the training session about review of bills and our noise meeting on Wednesday.
Todd Schoonover, from SHARP, directed me to Sally Lusk as a noise expert. She is a Professor
Emerita at the U of Michigan who has published many papers about noise. She responded right
away from St. Martin (!) that she would be happy to provide guidance. We are tentatively planning
to Skype during the env epi staff meeting tomorrow. Is it all right if I get a recap from one of the
others?
Julie

From: Morrissey, Barbara (DOH)
Subject: just FYI on air toxics
Hi Julie-
One of the speakers in the webinar I was just listening to might be of interest to you. Dr. Jim Fabisiak
from U. Pittburgh. Not sure if you have heard of him but he presented on use of NATA dataset to
map cancer risk from air toxics in the Pittsburgh metro area. Ill pass along the link to the webinar
when the recording is posted.
I also see that EPA has a mapping app with summaries of their assessment by state at
https://gispub.epa.gov/NATA/
Looked like it was worth exploring if you havent already been using it J
Barb

To: Morrissey, Barbara (DOH) <Barbara.Morrissey@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: RE: noise contact?
Interesting! Thank you.

This looks like maybe an informative program btw.

http://www.onr.navy.mil/en/Media-Center/Fact-Sheets/Jet-Noise-Reduction.aspx
http://www.onr.navy.mil/Science-Technology/Departments/Code-35/All-Programs/aerospace-
research-351/Jet-Noise-Reduction.aspx

Hello Barb,
Sorry to interrupt! I just thought Id thank you in person, since I happen to be in the office today. I
didnt mean to make it seem like a big deal.

Cheers!
Julie

Sure Julie, Let me check with Dr. Dave Bonauto in SHARP.

Barb

Subject: noise contact?
Hello Barb,
Im working with Lili and Koenraad to review potential health impacts of noise levels on Whidbey
Island.
Id like to reach out to SHARP to get their wisdom on noise. Joanne mentioned that you might know
who to contact at either SHARP or L & I in general. Maybe? If not, Ive chatted with Todd Schoonover
before and Ill contact him.
I hope youre doing well!
Thanks,
Julie

Subject: NAS Whidbey Island EIS
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 3:48:05 PM
Here is the link to the Whidbey Island NAS EIS: http://www.whidbeyeis.com/

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Glen will call Julie @ 443-604-7259.

Subject: noise articles
Hi Julie,
Here are 2 articles on the board of health meeting last week in case you are interested:
http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/island-county-health-officials-exonerated-by-state-
board/
http://www.ptleader.com/news/jefferson-county-commissioners-eye-assessment-of-whidbey-
island-jet-noise/article_98b546bc-0908-11e7-8f20-3b66a91c7237.html

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To: Morrissey, Barbara (DOH)
Hello Barb,
Island.
Thanks,
Julie

Subject: noise draft

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI)
Subject: noise expertise?
Hello Dave,
I met you a few years ago when I came down to visit SHARP, back when I was a postdoc at the UW
working with Joel Kaufman and Chris Simpson. Now Im at WA Dept of Health! I had the opportunity
to meet with Todd Schoonover about occupational lead exposures about a month ago.
I was just asked to help write a lit review of health effects of noise exposure in response to concerns
about jets on Whidbey Island. We have a month to draft this, and Todd pointed me to you. For
starters, were looking for help to identify key literatureeither from peer-reviewed articles or
government agency summaries. Later it would also be really helpful to have someone review our
draft.
Help?
I hope you are doing well!
Thank you,
Julie

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Subject: noise lit review
Hello Lili,
I hope you had happy holidays!
How about if we join up to grab coffee and review the status of the draft and come up with an attack plan?
I saved the draft as v2.
Julie

From: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH)
Subject: noise on the web
Attachments: noise_website_script_v3_rc.docx
Hi Guys, this looks great. I made a few suggestions that I think would help the information be more
interpretable and actionable. Way to go!
Rad Cunningham, MPH, MPA
Check out our data tools: http://WTN.doh.wa.gov

Epidemiologist, Healthy Community Design
Division of Environmental Public Health

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Public Health Always Working for a Safer and Healthier Washington

Subject: Noise Paper
Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 4:16:06 PM
Hey Folks,
So, I received clarification regarding the possible benefit of translating your noise summary into the
Strength of Evidence format and I do not believe the effort would be time well spent. A better use
of time is to refine the conclusions and caveats, and to prepare an executive summary. With this in
mind, can you have a final DRAFT by noon Friday (1/13)?
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Subject: noise report and website
Hello Nancy,
This is the new DOH website for community noise and health:
The report is available on the link of the letter with comments to the navy. The summary starts on
page 6. Thanks for your help reviewing the report!!!
Julie

To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: noise report now publicly available
Hello Sally,
Our report about noise is now publicly available through our website:
You can access the report through the link to letter with comments sent to the navy. It starts on
page 6 of the document.
Thanks for your help in reviewing the report! We really appreciate the time that you put into this.
Best wishes,
Julie

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To: "Nancy Beaudet"
Subject: noise report publicly available
Hello Nancy,
Our noise literature summary that was drafted in response to the Whidbey Island noise is now
available on this website:
Its within the link of letter with comments sent to the navy.
Nancy, thanks for your help in reviewing the literature summary! We really appreciate the time you
put into it.
Cheers,
Julie

Subject: Noise Rept Update
Attachments: HV read_noise_health_rvw_draft_v14.docx
Hi Folks,
I inquired yesterday about comments on your noise report and was told additional time is needed
for its review. I also raised the question of final format expectations.
I did receive editorial comments back from Hannah, which are attached. GMP

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Subject: Noise revisions plan
Date: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 10:54:45 AM
Hi Julie,
Do you want to check in sometime today about how to approach revisions to the literature review?

(360)236-3179

Subject: Noise Update
Hi Julie,
I made some changes to the cardiovascular section and just updated the intro document. Feel free
to make any changes before sending it to Glen. Thanks!!

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From: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH)
To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Subject: Noise website language updated
Attachments: Noise q&a_2.docx
I merged the excellent suggestions from Julie and Lili. Unless anyone has heartburn over the
attached, Ill work with Teresa to get this on the website tomorrow morning.
Thanks!
Liz

Subject: noise website
Hello Lili,
Can you chat about the noise website?
Ive got a draft saved within our noise folder, in the website folder.
Julie

To: Schoonover, Todd M (LNI)
Subject: noise?
Hello Todd,
Do you or others at SHARP have expertise in noise? Im wondering if we could get some input for a
review were conducting about potential health effects beyond hearing loss. Its on a quick timeline.
I appreciate it!
Julie

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5-gmp
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5-gmp.docx
Hey Julie and Lili,

Good work on this paper. Given the amount of time, youve done a great job distilling considerable
information and summarizing it in a clear and concise manner. So, attached are my comments and
edits. From my multiple reads, Ive tried to capture both technical as well as grammatical and
organizational issues. As you are the authors and subject matter experts, I leave it to you to discern
the wheat from the chaff.
Beyond what you presented, I suggest you add additional caveats that articulate the uniqueness of
Growler noise and military operations compared to commercial air ports, along with limitations of
the related literature to help characterize health impacts.
Again, good work. GMP

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Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Snarski, Joanne (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v13
Hi Lauren,
Please find attached our report on noise for upper management review. Im hoping to receive
comments back by noon, Monday (1/23) for final document preparation. GMP

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v13_KL
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v13_KL.docx
Hi Julie,
I thought we had received all the comments from the Exec Team, but not! Attached are comments I
just received from Kathy Lofy, State Health Officer. I will follow up with Lili next week. GMP

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v14b
Date: Thursday, February 02, 2017 11:35:49 AM
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v14b.docx
Hi Folks,
Well, the noise review is almost out the door. I incorporated two comments and two suggested
edits from agency executive leaders in the attached version, which may not have been the final
version, but was the latest version I had. Please take a look and lets talk. Good work. GMP

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Hi Lauren,
work. GMP

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To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Cc: Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Subject: Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment
Attachments: Prototype Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment.pdf
Hi,
I have heard that the noise impacts of the air force base are being discussed again. I wanted to
share this tool, created by Rajiv Bhatia, one of the founders of HIA practice in the US for noise
impacts in Washington State.
Best,
-Rad


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To: "lusk@umich.edu"
Subject: offer noise expertise?
Date: Monday, December 12, 2016 11:39:52 AM
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects of noise to
inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about noise exposures among
community members living near a naval base with jets that are regularly in flight.
I discussed this with Todd Schoonover, who works for Washington Dept of Labor and Industries.
Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested you would be a good
person to contact.
I am working on this with one other colleague, Lili Morris (ccd). We are hoping to find a noise expert
who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using for our review to ensure that we
have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is
on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
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To: Nancy Beaudet
Subject: potentially review noise report around new year?
Date: Tuesday, December 20, 2016 11:47:00 AM
Hello Nancy,
I was just about to write you this separate note when Rad sent me that legionella update...
The State Board of Health asked us to write a literature review of health effects of noise to assist
them in reviewing a proposal for increased naval jet traffic on Whidbey Island. I am working on a
brief review (~5 pages of text) of health effects for the general public along with Lili Morris in my
office. It is due in mid-January.
We read the report that you co-authored for PEHSU with Samantha Serrano and Cartherine Karr
about noise exposure and childrens health. It has been very helpful to us. It also made me laugh
that you are intrinsically connected to yet another project of mine here!
If we were to get a draft prepared around the new year, do you think you could give it a quick
review? (Like within a few days?) We would certainly welcome comments from Samantha and
Catherine, and others who are experts in noise if you think they might be able to help out!
Im sorry to ask about something on such a short timeline, especially since it is around the holidays.
It was brought to our attention with urgency.
Thanks for considering it!
Julie

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Bow, Karen M (DOH)
To: Sally Lusk

Subject: RE: offer noise expertise?
IthinkIapprovedofyourcontact.AdmittedlyIdontuseSkypeveryoften.Imaybedoingsomethingwrong.
From:SallyLusk[mailto:lusk@umich.edu]
Sent:Tuesday,December13,201611:22AM
To:Fox,JulieR(DOH)<julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Subject:Re:offernoiseexpertise?
Don't know why my call to you is failing. I'll keep trying.
On Tue, Dec 13, 2016 at 3:16 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov> wrote:
Great!Imtryingtoconnectnow.Isitworking?
Julie
Sent:Tuesday,December13,201611:12AM
I'm back now. Please Skype me.
Soundsgood!Illbeonmycomputeralldaytomorrowstartingat2pmyourtime.Youcouldwritemeanemailwhen
youwouldliketoSkype.
MySkypeaccountis:j.richman.(Mymaidenname.)
Thankyou,
1
Julie
Sent:Monday,December12,20161:09PM
Tomorrow is best, probably ~ 3 PM here, but may I let you know in the AM a more precise time?
Youcertainlywinondistanceandlogisticalchallengefascinating!Iamevenmorehonoredthatyouhavetakenthe
timetorespond.
Youreright,IamonPacificTimesoitlookslikeweare4hoursapart.Hereareafewwindowsoftimethatworkfor
me(writteninASTtime):
Tuesday2:00pm8:00pm
Wednesday4:00pm6:00pm
Thursday1:00pm8:00pm
Isthereatimeintherethatwouldbeconvenientforyou?Othertimescanworkformetoo.
Thankyou!
Julie
Sent:Monday,December12,201612:18PM
2
I have more of a telecommute than you do as I am in St. Martin!
Happy to talk by phone. Next week I expect to have access to a US phone, but for now, Skype is my best
alternative. My address is sally.lusk. I am in AST time zone, 4 hours ahead of you, I assume. We need to
set and day and time so I can be by the computer to connect with you.
Sally
Sally,
Itisreallygreattoreceiveyourresponse!
Iwilllookintothepositionstatementthatyoushared.
Woulditbepossibletoarrangeatimetodiscussbyphoneinthenextcoupleofdays?Perhapsletmeknowafew
timesthatmightworkforyou?(Itelecommuteseveraldayssoamnotalwaysatthenumberlistedinmysignature.)
Withappreciation,
Julie
Sent:Monday,December12,201611:55AM
Julie,
I am so pleased to hear you will be preparing this report. It's been a mission of mine for a few years to
educate the public regarding the hazards of noise. We recently prepared a Position Statement adopted by
the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published in Nursing
3
Outlook. http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S00296554(16)300720/fulltext. This should be of some
assistance to you.
We are currently preparing a lengthier Policy Brief that will contain more information about the problem,
the research, and some potential policy solutions. I expect that this brief will contain most of the essential
references, but will not be ready to be submitted for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so
it will not help you with your deadline.
I am not sure what your expectations are the time required, but I would be interested in being involved in
the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to review.
Sally
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects of noise to inform our
State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about noise exposures among community members
living near a naval base with jets that are regularly in flight.
I discussed this with Todd Schoonover, who works for Washington Dept of Labor and Industries. Todd
recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested you would be a good person to
contact.
who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using for our review to ensure that we have
incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short
timeline spanning the holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,
4
Julie
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Subject: RE: Aircraft noise and health impacts on Whidbey Island
Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 10:02:00 AM
Hello Glen and Lili,
Interesting! Noise exposure is something Ive studied in the past. What involvement would you like
me to have in this?
~Julie

Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Hi Lili,
GMP

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Subject: RE: best wishes on noise overview!
Thank you! Thats very sweet! Thanks for getting me so well prepared!

Director
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Subject: best wishes on noise overview!
Hello Lauren,
Im very grateful that you are representing the noise report overview at the State Board of Health.
Im cheering for you from PHSKC!
Julie

Subject: RE: call me for staff meeting?
Hi Julie,
Not much of a staff meeting; the few of us here went and got coffee, so you didnt miss anything.
Please send me the most recent draft for the noise paper. Thanks.
I trust you had an enjoyable celebration! GMP

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Sent: Tuesday, December 27, 2016 10:32 AM
Subject: call me for staff meeting?
Hello Glen,
Do you want to call me on the conf line for the staff meeting at 11 am?
443-604-7259
Julie

Subject: RE: call soon for noise meeting?
Hi Julie,
I think I invited you to a group where I put a library that contains all of the references. I havent
used this feature before, so Im hoping I did it correctly. We can talk tomorrow if you want a quick
tutorial on how to add references to the library, and add citations. Have a good night!

(360)236-3179

Good that were not duplicating efforts!
I just created an account but I havent tried it out yet. My username is julie_fox. Is that all you
need for us to share?
Im going to head out for the day in a few minutes.
Julie

Sorry that I didnt respond! No, I am starting to look into auditory effects. I put the bibliography in
the folder. I think if you download zotero and create an account I can share the library of our
references with you.

(360)236-3179


Hey Lili,
I didnt hear back and want to make sure
Im working on cognitive impairment. Are you too?

Got it!
Two more sections added in today! Great that youll work on the bibliography. Also let me know how
I can start inserting references. Should I start my own zotero account that we can link up? Or we
share one account?
Im just getting a start on cognitive impairment. Want to pick either noise induced hearing loss or
susceptible pops?
Heads up: Ive started putting a few notes in our working draft when Ive come across good
statements or areas to read that fit in other sections not yet drafted.
Julie

Hi Julie,
Lili Morris is fine! I changed my last name when we moved out here to Craigs last name, but I have
continued to use my maiden name (Morris) at work. I added a separate document with the
annoyance section to our folder. I am working on putting together the bibliography now using your
pubmed references. Should I work on cognitive/learning outcomes next?

(360)236-3179

Yes

Is your cell number 443-604-7259 ?

(360)236-3179

Great!
BTW, Ive been introducing you as Lili Morris to others and I just noticed your signature in this
email. How do you like to be introduced?
As long as Im writing about it, in my name I officially made my maiden name my new middle name.
Im fine with being introduced as either Julie Fox or Julie Richman Fox.


Hi Julie,
Glen is out today, but I will call your cell for the meeting!

(360)236-3179

Subject: call soon for noise meeting?
Can you call my cell for the noise meeting at 2 pm?
443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Julie


(360)236-3179

Hey Lili,


Got it!
share one account?
susceptible pops?
Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Yes



(360)236-3179

Great!

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179


443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie


(360)236-3179

Hey Lili,

Got it!
share one account?
susceptible pops?
Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Yes


(360)236-3179


Great!

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Hey Lili,

Got it!
share one account?
susceptible pops?
Julie

Hi Julie,


(360)236-3179

Yes


(360)236-3179

Great!


Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Got it!
share one account?
susceptible pops?
Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Yes


(360)236-3179

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Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Hi Julie,

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Hi Julie,

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Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Subject: RE: call tomorrow about noise report strategy?
Sure, if Im available.
Also, I was called into a meeting regarding a reported cancer cluster in the port of Tacoma (zip code:
98422). The cancer program is investigating cancer rates, but the question was asked about air
quality monitoring data for the region, which is the northeast side of the port extending from Fife to
Dash Point. Can you find out about air quality in this area? The assertion being that toxic air from
the port is resulting in increased cancer. Thanks.

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Sent: Monday, February 27, 2017 1:14 PM
Hello Glen,
Julie

Subject: RE: check-in
Here is the attached draft.

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>
That fits with our thinking about this as well. The DRAFT watermark was already added. This is the text I drafted for emails going
out to external reviewers, plus Nancy Bernard:
We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like hear your opinion about these items:
We would like to receive your feedback by the Monday morning, Jan 9. My apologies for the short time for your review!
Finally, we ask that you do not share or distribute this draft. This report will also go through internal review with WA Dept of
Health prior to completion.
Julie

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Hi Julie,
While Id prefer the review occur in stages, first internal followed by external; time limitations prevent this. Please ensure the
document includes a DRAFT watermark and Do not cite or quote in the header and footer. In the instruction cover letter, please
be explicit on the comment deadline date and provide your contact info.

Thanks. GMP

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These are the people I am planning to send the draft report for review.
DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
Nancy Bernard She has training in noise exposure/measurement and has worked on this issue for DOH
External:
Nancy Beaudet (UW Industrial Hygienist for PEHSU) A coauthor of the UW PEHSU report about childrens health and noise
Sally Lusk (Prof Emerita from U of Mich School of Nursing) -She has published about noise and health.
Catherine Karr (UW Professor, Director of PEHSU) She is another coauthor of the UW PEHSU report. She on the didnt commit to
reviewing but might have a few comments.
I also thought I would touch base with Noah Seixas of the UW DEOHS to see if he would take a look at it, but I want to touch base
with him to see if he is available and interested first. He has published about occupational noise exposures.
FYI for later discussion: Catherine Karr wondered if we might want to collaborate with the PEHSU group to publish about noise. I
told her that I wasnt sure if our work is ready for that phase but that itd be great if she took a look at it.
My plan is to send individual emails to each of the reviewers outside of our DOH noise group with the report attached, with you
and Lili ccd. Is there any problem with going ahead and sending it out to these people now?
Thanks,
Julie

Thanks for the update Julie.
Who is on the distribution for this initial review of the noise paper?

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Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Today well be distributing the draft of the noise lit review to our noise group at DOH (including you) and to external reviewers. Ill
cc you on the notes I send out to the other reviewers.
While we are waiting for feedback from reviewers I have a few other items to attend to, otherwise I am ready to work on bill
reviews that need my attention! Thank you for covering those other ones while I focused on the noise review. Ill be attending the
DOH session about bills on Thursday.
Thanks,
Julie

Hi Julie,
Regarding the noise web page, I think with some added generalization you have all the necessary
content, so getting it up should be very quick and easy. Agency web design standards dont allow for
much creativity. Concerning the meeting, since its at your doorstep, take advantage of that which is
most relevant. It appears there is also a remote participation option, which provides added
flexibility. Happy to discuss further. GMP

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Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Today Ill start drafting text for a webpage about noise. Will we post the report for the public
somewhere else right away, or can it wait for us to get this together? Id like to get some feedback
from you and others on proposed web content before posting.
Thanks for the info about the NASA air quality meeting. It does look relevant to our work and super
interesting. Im trying to find a good balance between getting stuff done and learning/participating
in trainings and conferences. Is this one that you would push for?
Julie

NO meeting. Thanks for checking in. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
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Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Today I'll be incorporating reviewers comments into the noise literature review.
Are we having a noise meeting today at 2 pm?
thanks,
Julie

Hello Glen,
Ill wait until I get your final approval before I send this out as described. I know its important that we proceed carefully.
Julie


Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Hi Julie,
Thanks. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
External:
Thanks,
Julie



P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie

Hello Glen,
Ill wait until I get your final go-ahead to send this out as described. I know its important that we proceed carefully.
Julie


Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345


Hi Julie,
Thanks. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
External:
Thanks,
Julie



P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie


Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Hi Julie,

Thanks. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
External:
Thanks,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846

360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie

Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Hi Julie,
Thanks. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177



DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
External:
Thanks,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177



Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie

Hi Julie,
While Id prefer the review occur in stages, first internal followed by external; time limitations
prevent this. Please ensure the document includes a DRAFT watermark and Do not cite or quote
in the header and footer. In the instruction cover letter, please be explicit on the comment deadline
date and provide your contact info.
Thanks. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
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DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
Nancy Bernard She has training in noise exposure/measurement and has worked on this issue for
DOH
External:
Nancy Beaudet (UW Industrial Hygienist for PEHSU) A coauthor of the UW PEHSU report about
childrens health and noise
Sally Lusk (Prof Emerita from U of Mich School of Nursing) -She has published about noise and
health.
Catherine Karr (UW Professor, Director of PEHSU) She is another coauthor of the UW PEHSU
report. She on the didnt commit to reviewing but might have a few comments.

I also thought I would touch base with Noah Seixas of the UW DEOHS to see if he would take a look
at it, but I want to touch base with him to see if he is available and interested first. He has published
about occupational noise exposures.
FYI for later discussion: Catherine Karr wondered if we might want to collaborate with the PEHSU
group to publish about noise. I told her that I wasnt sure if our work is ready for that phase but that
itd be great if she took a look at it.
My plan is to send individual emails to each of the reviewers outside of our DOH noise group with
the report attached, with you and Lili ccd. Is there any problem with going ahead and sending it out
to these people now?
Thanks,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,

Thanks,
Julie

DOH:
you
Lili
Joanne Snarski
Koenraad Marin
Nancy Bernard She has training in noise exposure/measurement and has worked on this issue for
DOH
External:
Nancy Beaudet (UW Industrial Hygienist for PEHSU) A coauthor of the UW PEHSU report about
childrens health and noise
Sally Lusk (Prof Emerita from U of Mich School of Nursing) -She has published about noise and
health.
Catherine Karr (UW Professor, Director of PEHSU) She is another coauthor of the UW PEHSU
report. She on the didnt commit to reviewing but might have a few comments.
I also thought I would touch base with Noah Seixas of the UW DEOHS to see if he would take a look
at it, but I want to touch base with him to see if he is available and interested first. He has published
about occupational noise exposures.
FYI for later discussion: Catherine Karr wondered if we might want to collaborate with the PEHSU
group to publish about noise. I told her that I wasnt sure if our work is ready for that phase but that
itd be great if she took a look at it.
My plan is to send individual emails to each of the reviewers outside of our DOH noise group with
the report attached, with you and Lili ccd. Is there any problem with going ahead and sending it out
to these people now?
Thanks,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: check-in
Hello Glen,
Thanks,
Julie

Maybe
I was going to add a short paragraph in the noise measurement section about what is known about
noise from aircrafts and growlers. Ill try adding a few sentences summarizing modeled levels from
the different groups. We can decide later if it fits in this more general review of health effects.
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>

P.O. Box 47846
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Lauren


Brad

To: Brad Thomas, MD
what else you need!
Lauren
assessment.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

Hello Lauren:
Brad
J. Brad Thomas, MD
360.679.7350 ph
360.679.7390 fax

Maybe
Julie


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Lauren


Brad

To: Brad Thomas, MD
what else you need!
Lauren
assessment.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

Hello Lauren:
Brad
J. Brad Thomas, MD
360.679.7350 ph
360.679.7390 fax

From: Vincent, Hannah N (DOH)
Subject: RE: Cover Page
Attachments: A Summary of the Association between Noise and Health.pdf
Attached is a final PDF with the cover page.
Hannah Vincent | Administrative Assistant

Washington Department of Health
Environmental Public Health Sciences
Site Assessments & Toxicology | Environmental Epidemiology
P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

To: Vincent, Hannah N (DOH) <hannah.vincent@doh.wa.gov>
Cc: Freelander, Lauren A (DOH) <lauren.freelander@doh.wa.gov>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
<Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: Cover Page
Hi Hannah,
Best,

(360)236-3179


P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Subject: Cover Page
Hi Hannah,
Best,

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: Cover_SummaryOfTheAssociationBetweenNoiseAndHealth
Attachments: Landsburg Mine Final HC (111616).pdf
Look at Page 2 for an example of what youre talking about this is from a Site Assessments report.

P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 10:13 AM
To: Vincent, Hannah N (DOH) <hannah.vincent@doh.wa.gov>; Fox, Julie R (DOH)
<julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Hi Hannah,
We just had a quick chat with Glen about adding our names. He was going to check in with Lauren,
but it sounded like we needed to include some contact information even if it is just the general office
phone number. I will let you know when he hear back from him. Thanks!

(360)236-3179

I can do what you want, but you might want to check with Glen. I know for the reports for Site
Assessments and for Toxicology, they never add their own names.


P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Thanks Hannah! Would it be possible to change Literature Review to Literature Summary? We use
summary throughout the report because we did not do a thorough literature review. Also, should we
add our names under prepared by? I noticed that Lauren put our names under the title on the draft
she is sending to the board of health. Julie, what do you think?

(360)236-3179

If youre satisfied, I will add it to the doc and create a PDF if you like. Let me know.

P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 4:27 PM
To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: Cover_SummaryOfTheAssociationBetweenNoiseAndHealth

Attachments: Landsburg Mine Final HC (111616).pdf
Look at Page 2 for an example of what youre talking about this is from a Site Assessments report.

P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Hi Hannah,
We just had a quick chat with Glen about adding our names. He was going to check in with Lauren,
but it sounded like we needed to include some contact information even if it is just the general office
phone number. I will let you know when he hear back from him. Thanks!

(360)236-3179

I can do what you want, but you might want to check with Glen. I know for the reports for Site
Assessments and for Toxicology, they never add their own names.


P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax


(360)236-3179


P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax


From: Sally Lusk
Subject: Re: description of the noise project
Date: Saturday, December 17, 2016 12:28:10 PM
I now have my US phone number, so we can schedule a call. I have to leave here at 4:30 AST
Monday PM, but could talk before that. I don't currently have commitments for Tuesday.
734 484 4347
Great! Well pull together a list of our references soon.
I did read your position statement. It was helpful, and I also downloaded a few of your citations.
Thank you for sharing it! We thought we might also see if there are other groups that have
provided position statements on noise, like the AMA and APHA.
Our mission is to provide the best available evidence-based information regarding health effects of
noise. Your scientific expertise in the health effects of noise is valuable.
Our draft will go through internal review before it is finalized as well.
Thank you!
Julie

Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
I don't pretend to know all the relevant references, but I will be happy to review what you

are using to see if I can suggest additional ones. Your sharing your lit search may be helpful
to us in our prep of the Policy Brief. So, a win-win situation.
Did you get a chance to review the Position Statement?
Is the request for your review neutral re the final conclusions? As you know, I am biased re
the many harmful effects of noise exposures.
I will be happy to review your final draft, and do not expect the timing to be a problem.
Hello Sally,
Here is a little more information about us, the project, and our big asks of you (if youre
up for it!).
There are plans to increase the naval growler traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. While this
may mean a return to historic levels, it will be more than in recent history. An
environmental impact statement was published in November describing these changes.
Modeled noise levels reported in the EIS indicate that the maximum sound levels (Lmax)
would range between 39 and 114 dB across points of interest on the island outside of the
base. A community group has expressed concern about the noise levels.
WA State Board of Health asked WA Dept of Health (my agency) to conduct a literature
review of health effects of noise exposure to assist them in their evaluation and
recommendations about the proposed scenario. We need to get a final draft to them in
early January, and we plan for our review to be ~5 pages of text. I am working on this
with Lili Morris (ccd), who is also an environmental epidemiologist in our agency. I
studied noise a bit as part of my Masters training in industrial hygiene years ago. My
main training is in exposure assessment and environmental/occupational health, with an
emphasis on air quality.
Our asks:

1. We have been compiling a library of references to use in our review. In the time
frame allowed, we will not be able to incorporate all of the vast literature on noise. Would
you be willing to look at our reference list and help ensure that we have included the most
relevant and key literature?
2. Would you be willing to read a draft of our review and provide comments? We plan
to have a draft ready soon after Jan 1.
It is a relatively quick timeline and we want to ensure that we provide the best work
possible. Any assistance you feel you can provide is appreciated!
Thank you,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
--


--

From: Sally Lusk
734 484 4347
Thank you!
Julie


Hello Sally,
up for it!).
Our asks:

Thank you,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: RE: description of the noise project
Thank you for sharing it! We thought we might also see if there are other groups that have provided
position statements on noise, like the AMA and APHA.
Thank you!
Julie

I don't pretend to know all the relevant references, but I will be happy to review what you are
using to see if I can suggest additional ones. Your sharing your lit search may be helpful to us
in our prep of the Policy Brief. So, a win-win situation.
Hello Sally,
Here is a little more information about us, the project, and our big asks of you (if youre up
for it!).

recommendations about the proposed scenario. We need to get a final draft to them in early
January, and we plan for our review to be ~5 pages of text. I am working on this with Lili
Morris (ccd), who is also an environmental epidemiologist in our agency. I studied noise a
bit as part of my Masters training in industrial hygiene years ago. My main training is in
exposure assessment and environmental/occupational health, with an emphasis on air
quality.
Our asks:
and key literature?
2. Would you be willing to read a draft of our review and provide comments? We plan to
have a draft ready soon after Jan 1.
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
--


From: Sally Lusk
Hello Sally,
for it!).
may mean a return to historic levels, it will be more than in recent history. An environmental
impact statement was published in November describing these changes. Modeled noise
levels reported in the EIS indicate that the maximum sound levels (Lmax) would range
between 39 and 114 dB across points of interest on the island outside of the base. A
community group has expressed concern about the noise levels.
quality.
Our asks:

and key literature?
Thank you,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
--

To: ckarr@u.washington.edu
Subject: RE: discuss agricultural air pollution
Hello Catherine,
Great about Yakima! Back to that another day.
The State Board of Health asked that we draft this to help them in their assessment. We're drafting this so quickly
that we've decided to mainly reference other peer-reviewed review articles rather than primary sources. I'd be happy
to consider options for collaborating and getting it out to the public; I just not sure if our part would be suitable for
publication. I'll send it to you when I send it to Nancy in case you want to take a glimpse. :) Thanks for suggesting
Noah! I had forgotten that he had covered noise among his other topics.
Thanks!
Julie
-----Original Message-----
From: ckarr@u.washington.edu [mailto:ckarr@u.washington.edu]
Subject: RE: discuss agricultural air pollution
happy to discuss yakima stuff further. re: noise, glad you can help provide info on this important matter. do you plan
to publish? I wish we had gotten that far with all the work (samantha serrano primarily) into our child health review.
I'd be interested in considering joining our info with yours if you were so inclined. I think it could be a useful
contribution for others where this comes up. i'm not sure how helpful my review of your new noise stuff will be. I
don't really follow the adult literature. Noah Seixas is a noise guru however, Maybe link in to him as reviewer?
ck
Catherine Karr MD PhD

University of Washington
Professor, Pediatrics/DEOHS
Adjunct, Epidemiology
Director, Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit http://depts.washington.edu/pehsu/
206-616-4355 (vm)
206-221-8671 Program Coordinator
206-598-3000 (clinical appointments Pediatric Care Center - Roosevelt)
On Thu, 22 Dec 2016, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
> Date: Thu, 22 Dec 2016 18:47:24 +0000

> From: "Fox, Julie R (DOH)" <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
> To: "ckarr@u.washington.edu" <ckarr@u.washington.edu>
> Subject: RE: discuss agricultural air pollution
>
> Hello Catherine,
>
> If you're still up for it, I'd still love to get back to this discussion about potentially incorporating investigation of
bioaerosols/GI illness in the Yakima area! Perhaps discuss later in January?
>

> I was recently pulled into drafting a literature review about the health effects of noise in the general population in
response to the proposed increase of naval growler traffic on Whidbey Island. It's a little bit funny that this project,
too, brings me back to you. I read the noise review that you co-authored with Samantha Serrano and Nancy Beaudet.
It's helpful! We're on a quick timeline to draft this and finalize by mid-January. Actually, if you think you might be
able to give a draft a quick read when we've got it ready in early January, your feedback would be greatly
appreciated! I've already roped Nancy Beaudet into taking a look at it. I also completely understand that the timing
is terrible with winter break to be asking for anything.
>
> Happy holidays!
>
> Best wishes,
> Julie
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Fox, Julie R (DOH)
> Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2016 8:59 AM
> To: 'ckarr@u.washington.edu'
>
> Hello Catherine,
>
> Thanks for getting back! I think you mean 10 am pacific time Tuesday,
> Nov 15, right? That could work for me. If that feels difficult, how
> about following week? (Though that's a short week with Thanksgiving.)
>
> I appreciate it!
>
> Julie
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: ckarr@u.washington.edu [mailto:ckarr@u.washington.edu]
> Sent: Monday, November 07, 2016 6:02 PM
> To: Fox, Julie R (DOH)
> Cc: 'Edmund Seto'; Christopher Simpson; Catherine Karr
>
> Hi Julie. Yes, happy to talk. Tricky part is being available, big travel month. How soon? I'm in DC this week from
tues - thurs and out fri for holiday. next week i'm out tues-thurs and booked mon/fri but could talk from eastern time
zone one of those tues, wed, thurs days...maybe 10 am pacific time on tues?
> ck
>
> attached our two epi papers from yakima if you haven't seen ...
>
> Catherine Karr MD PhD
> University of Washington
> Professor, Pediatrics/DEOHS
> Adjunct, Epidemiology
> Director, Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit
> http://depts.washington.edu/pehsu/
> 206-616-4355 (vm)
> 206-221-8671 Program Coordinator
> 206-598-3000 (clinical appointments Pediatric Care Center - Roosevelt)
>
> On Mon, 7 Nov 2016, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
>
>> Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2016 18:39:40 +0000

>> From: "Fox, Julie R (DOH)" <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
>> To: 'Edmund Seto' <eseto@uw.edu>,
>> Christopher Simpson <simpson1@u.washington.edu>,
>> Catherine Karr <ckarr@uw.edu>
>> Subject: RE: discuss agricultural air pollution
>>
>>
>> Hello All,
>>
>>
>>
>> Im thrilled that you are even considering the possibility! Thanks for the info, Chris and Edmund!
>>
>>
>>
>> Catherine, would you be up for arranging a time to talk? I certainly
>> understand the sensitive and complex nature of needing buy-in from your advisory group. Outside of this idea, I
think that I would really benefit from hearing about your experience working in agricultural areas.
>>
>>
>>
>> Thank you!
>>
>>
>>
>> Julie
>>
>>
>>
>> From: eywseto@gmail.com [mailto:eywseto@gmail.com] On Behalf Of
>> Edmund Seto
>> Sent: Monday, November 07, 2016 8:24 AM
>> To: Christopher Simpson <simpson1@u.washington.edu>
>> Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>; Catherine Karr
>> <ckarr@uw.edu>
>> Subject: Re: discuss agricultural air pollution
>>
>>
>>
>> Hi Julie,
>>
>>
>>
>> For Catherine's study our current plan is to focus on deploying
>> real-time particle counters and an ultrafine PM collector device that can be used for subsequent analysis of
PAHs. We're doing some select gases too with realtime sensors.
>>
>>
>>
>> For another study, we're currently testing a different personal
>> collector device that collects larger particles, and analyzing them
>> for biologicals. If you do end up sampling bioaserosol for Catherine's cohort, it might be useful me to also test
these other personal PM collectors -- perhaps just at their home to avoid asking the children to wear another
personal sampler -- and compare them to your sampling and GI outcome results.
>>
>>
>>

>> Edmund
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> On Sat, Nov 5, 2016 at 10:57 AM, Christopher Simpson <simpson1@u.washington.edu> wrote:
>>
>> Hi Julie,
>>
>> I chatted with Catherine Karr. She's open to the possibility of adding on additional measures to her asthma
study - though it would need to
>> have buy-in from her stdy's community advisory group. I believe - at least in a subset of subjects - Edmund
and Igor are adding additional
>> personal particle monitoring whihc might also provide a possibility for measurement of bioaerosols.
>>
>> I'll let you and Catherine follow up directly to figure where you'd like to go next.
>>
>> Chris
>>
>> On 11/4/16 1:14 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
>>
>> Hello Chris,
>>
>>
>>
>> Thats interesting that you and Edmund are working on sampling particles and gases in agricultural areas with
Catherine Karr,
>> especially with my own current exploration of potential health effects resulting from inhalation of spray of
manure on cropland!
>>
>>
>>
>> I would really like to learn more about what you all are researching. In addition to the chemical pollutants, I
also wonder if there
>> might be an opportunity to incorporate some bioaerosol sampling and to collect information about
gastrointestinal illnesses from
>> Catherines participants.
>>
>>
>>
>> Do you think this is generally good timing to discuss?
>>
>>
>>
>> Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS
>>
>> Environmental Epidemiologist
>>
>> Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences
>>
>> Washington State Department of Health
>>
>> P.O. Box 47846
>>
>> Olympia, WA 98504-7846
>>

>> (360) 236-4345
>>
>> julie.fox@doh.wa.gov
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>>
>> Christopher D. Simpson, Ph.D.
>>
>> Director, Exposure Science Program
>>
>> Professor, Exposure Science
>>
>> F225B Health Sciences Center, Box 357234
>>
>> Department of Environmental and Occupational Health Sciences
>>
>> University of Washington
>>
>> Seattle, WA 98195
>>
>> phone: 206-543-3222
>>
>> fax: 206-616-2687
>>
>> email: simpson1@u.washington.edu
>>
>> http://deohs.washington.edu/faculty/christopher-d-simpson
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> --
>>
>> Edmund Seto, PhD
>> Associate Professor
>> University of Washington
>> Environmental & Occupational Health Sciences
>> 1959 NE Pacific Street
>> Campus Box 357234
>> Seattle, WA 98195
>> Office: F-226C Magnuson Health Sciences Center
>> Tel: 206-543-1475
>> Website: http://www.edmundseto.com
>>
>>
>>
>>
>>
>

From: Lohr, Teresa (DOH)
To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH)
Subject: RE: discuss noise website rollout
Date: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 8:25:35 AM
Hi Im home on brain rest (due to concussion) I can call in at 11:00 if you give me the
number. Or if Heather or Anne are around they can also get the document and link on the
web.
-----Original Appointment-----
When: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 11:00 AM-11:30 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US &
Canada).
Where: TBD: call or somewhere in TC2
Hello All,
It sounds like we will be able to get the general noise webpage with a link to the report and
letter posted online tomorrow.
How about if we have a meeting to discuss our strategy and talking points before it gets
posted?
Thanks,
Julie

Subject: RE: draft of health effects of noise lit review
Attachments: Growler_EIS_LitReview_Comments_1-17.docx
Hi there. My comments are attached.

Hello Team,
Thanks,
Julie (& Lili!)

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Subject: RE: draft of text for noise webpage
Attachments: noise_website_script_v4_NPB.docx
I think the last bullet if fine the way it is. Heres more suggestions. They should take the time to get
this more robust.
Im going to telecommute tomorrow looks like it could be a skating rink in the early morning.
Heres my cell: 360-507-4966 if you want to talk. Do you have a phone number for when youre in
your telecommute office?

To: Bernard, Nancy (DOH) <Nancy.Bernard@DOH.WA.GOV>
How about insulate the noise instead of buffer the noise in that last bullet about sound
insulation? Ive been struggling with that point. It's not in the new NCEH site, but I think its an
important one when it comes to general environment noise.
The new plan is to get this online tomorrow along with a link to our report.
Julie

Yes, I had already been incorporating that information in the text. I didnt realize the site was new
until you forwarded the announcement.

Did you look at the new CDC noise page yet?


This draft still has some of Rads comments that I havent addressed yet. Maybe you have some
ideas for addressing his comments, or think we can leave it as is (?).
(My general questions for you are in the original email below.)
Thanks Nancy!
Julie

OK. I can review now. Nancy

I hope everything is OK!
...Let me know if/when you start looking at it so I can get you another draft. Weve already made a
few changes since that second version I sent you.
Julie

Subject: Re: draft of text for noise webpage
I can look at it this afternoon. Tied up with medical this morning.
On Feb 27, 2017, at 10:23 AM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov> wrote:
Hello Nancy,

If you havent already started to look at that original, here is a new one. I think well
post it soonbut Id love to hear your comments!

Julie


Hello Nancy,
Can I get you two to give me some quick feedback on a draft of text for a webpage
about noise exposure? I think youre out today, but perhaps on Monday?
Were hoping to post this quickly as a place where we can put our Whidbey Island
Noise Report for public access. (The idea just came up yesterday.)

I put greater emphasis on the sources of noise and strategies to prevent
exposure rather than the health effects. Im curious about your take on this.
I put a place holder for our noise report in the Additional Resources section.
Too subtle?
Thanks!
Julie
<noise_website_script_v2.docx>

How about insulate the noise instead of buffer the noise in that last bullet about sound
insulation? Ive been struggling with that point. It's not in the new NCEH site, but I think its an
important one when it comes to general environment noise.
The new plan is to get this online tomorrow along with a link to our report.
Julie



Thanks Nancy!
Julie



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Julie



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 Is it clear and easy to read?
 Are there other topics you think I should
include?
 I put greater emphasis on the sources of
noise and strategies to prevent exposure rather than the health effects. Im
curious about your take on this.
 I put a place holder for our noise report in
the Additional Resources section. Too subtle?

Thanks!
Julie

Hello Nancy,
If you havent already started to look at that original, here is a new one. I think well post it soonbut
Id love to hear your comments!
Julie

Hello Nancy,
Can I get you two to give me some quick feedback on a draft of text for a webpage about noise
exposure? I think youre out today, but perhaps on Monday?
Were hoping to post this quickly as a place where we can put our Whidbey Island Noise Report for
public access. (The idea just came up yesterday.)

Thanks!
Julie

To: Nancy Beaudet
Cc:
Subject:
Patrick,
- - -Glen - (DOH);
-- - Morris,
-- Lillian
-- M (DOH); ---- -- -----
- - Kyle Walsh; ckarr; Nancy Beaudet
RE: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hello Nancy,
Thank you for taking the time to carefully consider and review our noise health report draft! We very much appreciate your comments. We're
working to quickly to finalize the report now.
Best wishes!
Julie
From: Nancy Beaudet [beaudet@uw.edu]

Sent: Tuesday, January 10, 2017 4:31 PM
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Kyle Walsh; ckarr; Nancy Beaudet
Subject: Re: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hi Julie,
Thanks for the opportunity to comment. Excellent job on the lit review. It is a tricky issue...
My overarching comments are as follows.
1) In your intro you use the term "potential" community noise exposure, which in my mind suggests the WA DOH
thinks the community may not be exposed to noise from the touch and go training? Is this a position you want to
convey? You also narrow the context to an expansion of air traffic at the base and a shift from prowlers to growlers.
Some community members may interpret this as discounting the historical community noise exposures. Even if the
Board requested that framework, I think the report will be better received by the the community if long term
community noise exposure is acknowledged.
2) The lit review is helpful, but in the intro you promise to relate the findings to community noise on Whidbey Island.
In order to relate the findings it seems to me you need to include the noise data from the various sources noted in
your document, even if there are discrepancies. If this report was about a drinking water contaminant, I suspect the
contaminant concentration would be compared to various drinking water standards, etc. I don't know what decisions
or recommendations the WA Board of Hlth will make based on your report, but if I sat on the Board, I would have
difficulty making any recommendations in the absence of the noise data. Since this is a high profile issue, could the
Board be subject to public criticism if decisions or recommendations are made without an understanding of the
intensity of the current and projected community noise exposures? Perhaps this data could be included and
explained in an appendix? If the data available creates uncertainty due to the discrepancies (and projections), can
you recommend noise exposure monitoring?
Good luck Julie. Best. Nancy
On 1/4/17 2:52 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
Dear Nancy Beaudet,

Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed. Lillian Morris and I wrote this at
the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island, WA.


3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? (Heads up:
were already over our intended page limit.)




Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Nancy Beaudet
Cc:
Subject:
Patrick,
- - -Glen - (DOH);
-- - Morris,
-- Lillian
-- M (DOH); ---- -- -----
Re: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hi Julie,
Dear Nancy Beaudet,



1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of
noise? Do our conclusions align with current published literature?
2) Does our reference list encompass the body of scientific literature on this
subject?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you
believe are critical to add? (Heads up: were already over our intended page limit.)




Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345


Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
Subject: RE: EIS: our review
Attachments: Growler_EIS_Review_12-16_jrf.docx
Hello Koenraad,
My quick edits are attached. Im not sure if you have time to incorporate these, but mostly we
discussed my thoughts in the meeting.
Nice work!
Julie

To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH) <Koenraad.Marien@DOH.WA.GOV>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
<lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
Thanks Koenraad!
You covered some points that we have been struggling to word succinctly in the lit review. Well get
a draft to you and other reviewers soon, not later than tomorrow morning.
Julie

Sent: Monday, January 02, 2017 10:22 PM
Hi everyone:
Joanne:

Lillian and Julie:

which is their review of literature relevant to each outcome they list, you can find it ---
here. It is
file.

Thanks again. Included last sentence too!

Sent: Thursday, January 05, 2017 11:29 AM
I like these changes and the way you have recaptured these points.
Here are a few minor suggestions:
To provide context of the OR to the reader the document indicates (through citation) that an OR of
9.0 is needed for a strong relationship to exist between an exposure and outcome. As such, aAn OR
of 3.5 provides for a moderate relationship and the OR values of 1.5 are weak. The authors then
proceed to provide OR values that are predominantly below this weak value for noise exposure on
health outcome; whereas an OR for smoking and coronary heart disease is given as 4.4 (moderate
relationship, not strong). Two comments need to be made regarding the statements presented.
First, there is an apparent contrast within document text when the OR for smoking of 4.4 is defined
here as moderate, yet on the following page the text reflects a more appropriate association
between smoking and outcome, which is that smoking is a strong risk factor for cardiovascular
disease which includesing coronary heart disease (CHD). The second is that if an OR is shown to be
statistically significant it needs to be considered further. Once determined that an OR is statistically
significant, the strength of association can be discussed in terms of the percentage of the population
that could be affected. Further, even if the effect size is small, a statistically significant OR from a
well-defined study that has adjusted for possible confounding wouldmay indicate that a sensitive
population is being affected and this would need to be evaluated and discussed. A multitude of
examples exist within the literature in which an OR has with a small effect size, yet but is found to be
statistically significant statistically, and because of the size of the at-risk population this represents
an exposure associated with higher odds of outcome that is relevant of considerable public health
consequence.
If youre up for it, Id be happy to take a closer look later in a second round of edits. Just send me the
draft you want me to work from when youre ready. I am also generally receptive to all kinds of
edits, including grammar. Im not great at self-editing!
Julie


Thanks much. All changes made.
Bummer though, I thought descriptive was both an adjective as well as a noun. I see it is not the
former.
As to noise experts having worked on this, I know there was an audiologist involved, with the
medical input (from a physician) coming in very late (i.e. when we had that phone conversation with
DOD, he was just coming on board and had read as much as I had.). You would think that they
would have been involved! But if you look at the contributor list at the end of the EIS there is no
mention of specialists. But I hear you.have toned the language down by including your suggestion.
PARAGRAPH:
9.0 is needed for a strong relationship to exist between an exposure and outcome. An OR of 3.5
provides for a moderate relationship and the OR values of 1.5 are weak. The authors then proceed
to provide OR values that are predominantly below this weak value for noise exposure on health
outcome; whereas an OR for smoking and coronary heart disease is given as 4.4 (moderate
here as moderate yet on the following page the text reflects a more appropriate association
between smoking and outcome which is that smoking is a strong risk factor for cardiovascular
disease which includes coronary heart disease (CHD). The second is that if an OR is shown to be
significant it needs to be considered further. Once determined that an OR is statistically significant,
the strength of association can be discussed in terms of the percentage of the population that could
be affected. Further, even if the effect size is small, a statistically significant OR from a well-defined
study that has adjusted for possible confounding would indicate that a sensitive population is being
affected and this would need to be evaluated and discussed. A multitude of examples exist within
the literature in which an OR with a small effect size, yet found to be significant statistically,
represents an exposure associated with higher odds of outcome that is relevant of public health
consequence.

Hello Koenraad,
Nice work!
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.


I like these changes and the way you have recaptured these points.
Here are a few minor suggestions:
9.0 is needed for a strong relationship to exist between an exposure and outcome. As such, aAn OR
of 3.5 provides for a moderate relationship and the OR values of 1.5 are weak. The authors then
proceed to provide OR values that are predominantly below this weak value for noise exposure on
health outcome; whereas an OR for smoking and coronary heart disease is given as 4.4 (moderate
here as moderate, yet on the following page the text reflects a more appropriate association
between smoking and outcome, which is that smoking is a strong risk factor for cardiovascular
disease which includesing coronary heart disease (CHD). The second is that if an OR is shown to be
statistically significant it needs to be considered further. Once determined that an OR is statistically
significant, the strength of association can be discussed in terms of the percentage of the population
that could be affected. Further, even if the effect size is small, a statistically significant OR from a
well-defined study that has adjusted for possible confounding wouldmay indicate that a sensitive
population is being affected and this would need to be evaluated and discussed. A multitude of
examples exist within the literature in which an OR has with a small effect size, yet but is found to be
statistically significant statistically, and because of the size of the at-risk population this represents
an exposure associated with higher odds of outcome that is relevant of considerable public health
consequence.
If youre up for it, Id be happy to take a closer look later in a second round of edits. Just send me the
draft you want me to work from when youre ready. I am also generally receptive to all kinds of
edits, including grammar. Im not great at self-editing!
Julie

former.

PARAGRAPH:
consequence.

Hello Koenraad,
Nice work!
Julie


Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.

former.
PARAGRAPH:
consequence.

Hello Koenraad,

Nice work!
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:


file.

Hello Koenraad,
Nice work!
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:

Lillian and Julie:

here. It is
file.

To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.


Subject: RE: FYI, webcast on noise-induced hearing loss
I misread my calendar and I actually have a meeting from 1 to 2, but Im free now. Do you have a few
minutes now, or anytime before 1 to talk?

(360)236-3179

If youve got time today, Id love to hear the scoop! How about if you call me when youre ready
after 1 pm? 443-604-7259
Julie

Hi Julie,
I can chat today! I have meetings until 1, but Im free all afternoon. You can give me a call anytime,
or we can pick a time for me to call you. I am also here all day tomorrow if that is easier.

(360)236-3179


Subject: FW: FYI, webcast on noise-induced hearing loss
Hello Lili,
Heres CDC webinar about noise that Barbara shared.
Can you chat today to discuss the report status? If its more convenient, Ill be in Tumwater
tomorrow and my day is pretty flexible.
Thanks for all your work keeping it rolling!
Julie

Subject: FYI, webcast on noise-induced hearing loss
Hi Julie, not sure if you are still working on this issue or even if hearing loss is the
outcome of focus in your assessment of Growler noise.
- Barb
Vital Signs Town Hall: Noise-induced Hearing Loss: A Preventable Condition

Tuesday, February 14, 2017
2:00pm Eastern time
Sponsor: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
On February 7, 2017, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) will release a report about noise-
induced hearing loss and its association with socio-demographics and self-reported exposure
to loud noise. CDC is offering several opportunities where you can learn more about CDCs
new Vital Signs report and how you can influence health.
Visit the website
Price: free
Barbara Morrissey, MS | Toxicologist

PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3368
Physical Location: 243 Israel Rd SE, Tumwater

Subject: RE: good morning!
Here you go. Let me know if you need me to send anything else.

(360)236-3179

Lili, could you do me a favor and email me the v7 doc for me to work with?
Citrix is not working so I can't access the S drive. (I'm on mobile computing now.)
It is a bad morning for this!
Julie

Also, just make a note of any changes to references and I can add them through zotero on my
computer when we have our final draft ready.

(360)236-3179

Good morning!

That's great that you've got the comments worked in already!
I realized later that when I suggested we talk this afternoon that I was forgetting that you might be in
Portland for the meeting today. I hope that you feel all right about this.
I'm just about to start incorporating edits to my section in about 10 mins. Maybe paste them in now or I'll
let you know when I'm done?
That would be super if you would draft the exec summary! Thank you.
One quick thought: you know how we were trying to expand on that paragraph in the conclusions about
limitations? That was probably the perfect length for that issue for the exec summary. Maybe go back to
the old version and copy the old paragraph for the exec summary?
Chatting later about the bigger comments this afternoon sounds good. I think I'll be ready around 1 pm,
but I'll keep you posted.
Julie

Subject: good morning!
Good morning!
I think I have worked through all of the comments for my specific sections (I havent pasted them to
the final draft yet). I would be happy to start on the executive summary and maybe we can talk
sometime today about some of the more complex suggestions from reviewers?

(360)236-3179

Indeed, that's the paragraph I meant. I especially like how succinctly you captured the limitations in last
few sentences. Maybe this only needs three more sentences covering an introduction, conclusion and
perhaps sensitive pops (?) to be an exec summary.
We've already expanded on the military aircraft limitations in the conclusions, maybe we could expand on
the dose-response and pathways idea in the conclusions too.
Go with it if you have another idea!
I agree, keeping the exec summary to one paragraph would be good.

Is this the paragraph you are referring to?
The relationship between noise exposure and health has been studied extensively, and the body of
knowledge on this topic is rapidly increasing. There remain gaps of knowledge related to exact dose-
response relationships and underlying pathways for some health endpoints. There have also been
minimal studies specific to health effects associated with low flying aircraft noise exposure. In
general, there is increasing evidence that noise exposure is associated with numerous adverse
health effects.
I am thinking of the executive summary as an abstract one paragraph summarizing our objectives
and main findings. Does that sound ok to you? The PEHSU papers exec summary took this approach.

(360)236-3179

Good morning!

Julie

Good morning!

(360)236-3179

health effects.

(360)236-3179

Good morning!
Julie

Good morning!

(360)236-3179

Here you go. Let me know if you need me to send anything else.

(360)236-3179

Lili, could you do me a favor and email me the v7 doc for me to work with?
Citrix is not working so I can't access the S drive. (I'm on mobile computing now.)
It is a bad morning for this!
Julie

Also, just make a note of any changes to references and I can add them through zotero on my
computer when we have our final draft ready.

(360)236-3179

Good morning!

Julie

Good morning!

(360)236-3179

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Subject: RE: Growler DEIS comments
Attachments: Growler DEIS comments_LM.docx
Hi Lauren,
Attached are a few suggested revisions.
Best,

(360)236-3179

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Hello Lauren,
I just have two very minor suggestions.
Julie

Subject: Growler DEIS comments
Importance: High
Please review sometime on Tuesday if you canI have added information from the literature review
into Koenraads initial comments and added the literature review as an attachment.
Thank you!
Lauren

Attachments: Growler DEIS comments.jrf.edts.docx
Hello Lauren,
Julie

Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

To: Sally Lusk
Subject: RE: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn Equipment
Attachments: ~WRD000.jpg
image001.jpg
image002.jpg
Thank you, Sally. It was nice to chat with you!
Julie

already seen it. I was pleased he sent the link to his editorial. Of course if what he recommends
already existed, your work would be done!

Sally
widely.What Is a Safe Noise Level for the Public? This specifically mentions the AAN Policy
Statement on noise. I hope that will be revised to discuss the safe noise level for the public and the
importance of protecting hearing by preventing noise exposure in the public. (Im convinced based on
a handful of studies of auditory acuity in primitive populations, most from the 1960s, that significant
hearing loss with age is not part of the normal physiological aging process but rather NIHL. I can
share PDFs of these articles with you if you want.
2. I am Founding Board Chair of a new umbrella anti-noise organization, The Quiet Coalition. We are
a loose consortium of individuals and groups working together to make the world a quieter place, each
of us with our own focus on one aspect or another of noise and hearing issues.

Daniel

Subject: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn Equipment
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To: "Noah Seixas"
Subject: RE: hello and an ask
Thanks Noah! Its coming your way soon.
Julie
From: Noah Seixas [mailto:nseixas@u.washington.edu]

Subject: Re: hello and an ask
Hi Julie, Congrats - sounds like it could be an interesting job.

I'd be willing to do a quick review for you. I'm not up on all the literature, but I should be able to give
some comments on it.
If this is ok, send it along.
Noah
Hello Noah,

How are you?

I started working for WA Dept of Health back in July. Its been rewarding to learn more
about environmental health issues at the state level. Ive been pulled into a few
different tasks so far, like weighing in on occupational exposure limits for lead,
reviewing the health effects of land application of manure, and now writing up a
literature review about noise. This last one brings me to write to you now

We were asked to write a literature of the health effects of noise in response to the
proposed increase in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island within a short time frame. I
corresponded with Nancy Beaudet and Catherine Karr, as their recent report on noise
and childrens health is quite relevant to this project. Catherine reminded me that you
have published on occupational noise exposures. I had forgotten this among the many
other topics you have covered!

Would you be willing to review a draft of our report? Its about 7 pages. The major
hitch: wed need your comments by Monday.

I understand this is a lot to ask in a short time! Perhaps well catch you for the next
item in the future if youre not up for this one.

Happy new year!


Best wishes,

Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

--
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phone: 206-685-7189
fax:206-616-6240

From: Noah Seixas
Subject: Re: hello and an ask
Hi Julie, Congrats - sounds like it could be an interesting job.

I'd be willing to do a quick review for you. I'm not up on all the literature, but I should be able
to give some comments on it.
If this is ok, send it along.
Noah
Hello Noah,

How are you?

I started working for WA Dept of Health back in July. Its been rewarding to learn more
about environmental health issues at the state level. Ive been pulled into a few
different tasks so far, like weighing in on occupational exposure limits for lead,
reviewing the health effects of land application of manure, and now writing up a
literature review about noise. This last one brings me to write to you now

We were asked to write a literature of the health effects of noise in response to the
proposed increase in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island within a short time frame. I
corresponded with Nancy Beaudet and Catherine Karr, as their recent report on noise
and childrens health is quite relevant to this project. Catherine reminded me that you
have published on occupational noise exposures. I had forgotten this among the many
other topics you have covered!

Would you be willing to review a draft of our report? Its about 7 pages. The major
hitch: wed need your comments by Monday.

I understand this is a lot to ask in a short time! Perhaps well catch you for the next
item in the future if youre not up for this one.

Happy new year!

Best wishes,

Julie

P.O. Box 47846

(360) 236-4345

--
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phone: 206-685-7189
fax:206-616-6240

Subject: RE: hello!
No worries J

P.O. Box 47825, Olympia, WA 98504-7825
360.236.3248 | 360.236.2261 fax

Sent: Friday, January 13, 2017 2:39 PM
Subject: hello!
Hello Hannah,
Sorry for being so distracted yesterday evening! Lili and I were in the final stretch of completing a
draft of a noise report that has been all-consuming in the last few weeks. I was a bit stressed.
Its nice to be able to catch up a little on a few other things now. I know that pile of cds and papers
on my desk for records roundup are calling to me. Ill get to it!
Have a nice weekend,
Julie

Subject: RE: noise articles
Thanks!

Sent: Wednesday, March 15, 2017 4:29 PM
Hi Julie,
board/

(360)236-3179

Thanks!

Hi Julie,
board/

(360)236-3179




Hello Barb,
Cheers!
Julie


Barb

Hello Barb,

Island.
Thanks,
Julie




Hello Barb,
Cheers!
Julie


Barb

Hello Barb,

Island.
Thanks,
Julie



Hello Barb,
Cheers!
Julie


Barb

Hello Barb,
Island.

Thanks,
Julie

No worries J Ill let you know when I hear back from SHARP.
Barb
Hello Barb,
Cheers!
Julie


Barb

Hello Barb,
Island.
Thanks,

Julie

Hello Barb,
Cheers!
Julie


Barb

Hello Barb,
Island.
Thanks,
Julie

Subject: RE: noise expertise?
I just wrote to Sally and mentioned that you had recommended her. It looks like she is a Professor
Emerita now.
I appreciate it!
Julie

Sent: Friday, December 09, 2016 2:29 PM
To: Schoonover, Todd M (LNI) <scto235@LNI.WA.GOV>
Thanks Todd!
From: Schoonover, Todd M (LNI)

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI) <BONE235@LNI.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Hi Julie,
I do remember one person who gave a seminar in grad school. Her name is Sally Lusk. Shes at the
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. There are plenty of people who have studied and published about
noise but I remember that Sally has strong passion for the subject and has spent a good portion of
her career researching and writing about the health effects of noise and NIHL.
I suggest reaching out to her.
Todd
From: Bonauto, Dave (LNI)

Sent: Friday, December 09, 2016 9:29 AM
Hi Julie,
It is great that you landed in state government!
I dont have much expertise in environmental noise exposure, so may not be of much help. I know
Rick Neitzel used to be at the UW and is now at the Univ of Michigan. (A quick search found this

review -
http://ehp.niehs.nih.gov/wp-content/uploads/122/2/ehp.1307272.pdf). He may be a good
information source and may have also been involved in some assessments of Whidbey previously?
Another idea would be to contact NIOSH again this may not be relevant because it is primary
occupational the person Im most familiar with from authored publications is Mark Stephenson
(mos9@cdc.gov), I dont know if he can point you in any helpful direction.
Best,
Dave

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI) <BONE235@LNI.WA.GOV>
Hello Dave,
draft.
Help?
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345


Thanks Todd!

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI) <BONE235@LNI.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Hi Julie,
Todd

Hi Julie,
review -
Best,
Dave


Hello Dave,
draft.
Help?
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Hi Julie,
Todd

Hi Julie,
review -
Best,
Dave


Hello Dave,
draft.
Help?
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Bonauto, Dave (LNI)
Hello Dave,
I appreciate your suggestions!
Since the review is really about health effects of noise, were considering noise in general (not
limited to environmental or occupational)You might hear from me again.
Thank you!
Julie

Hi Julie,
review -
Best,
Dave

Hello Dave,

draft.
Help?
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Hi Julie,
review -
Best,
Dave

Hello Dave,
draft.
Help?
Thank you,
Julie

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To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH)
Subject: RE: Noise information on web
Attachments: Noise qa_JRF.docx
Hello Elizabeth,
I like the way the way this reads and the topics that you provided! Here are some suggested edits
and comments. Id be up for another round of edits if youd like.
Thanks for meeting yesterday! I found that to be super helpful.
Julie

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>;
Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
<Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Noise information on web
I know this isnt nearly specific as youd like with enough caveats. J Keep in mind our audience is
primarily the media at this point.
How would Lauren say it?
Feel free to make changes or clarify. Im the most unsure about the last paragraph, so if that is
incorrect it wont shock me.
Its my understanding that Teresa will be back tomorrow, so we may be able to get it on the website
then.
Liz

To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: RE: noise on the web
Thanks for your comments, Rad!!!
Julie



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To: Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
Subject: RE: Noise on Whidbey Island
Thank you!
Was there an attachment with this email? (If so, it didnt come through.)
Im reading
Julie

Importance: High
Sorry, you were intended to be included as well!
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
<lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Marin, Koenraad (DOH) <Koenraad.Marien@DOH.WA.GOV>
Importance: High
Just found this too.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Thank you for sending this information! The Exec Team discussion went well. John expressed a
desire to be led by the science and asked to have Clark keep him and Kathy Lofy appropriately
involved as we develop comments on the EIS that are essentially DOH policy decisionsfor example,
do we believe the public health risks the community runs from the noise associated with this activity
are or are not reasonable? What kinds of mitigation do we recommend? What should the Navy do to
protect public health? What should the community or local health department do? I also need to
update Kristen Petersen on our progress since she is our federal policy person.
I understand that the environmental public health impacts of noise is an unfamiliar topic for you and
your staff. This assignment comes to us because noise is an environmental public health problem
and because we need to help the agency and the Board of Health make decisions based on the best
available science. Although the topic of noise is unfamiliar, the larger task is a core part of the
mission of this office. I have asked you to lead this process because of your knowledge of the EIS
process. As we discussed at a tactical meeting, we will address this topic through an interdisciplinary
team, which I expect you to convene and lead. Certainly, staff from both your section and Glens
section should be involved, and it sounds like you would be interested in engaging others as well.
Lets plan to talk at tomorrows tactical meeting about exactly what this team will look like. I would
like to see the literature review completed prior to January 25, especially as the process to review
the literature may inform our comments on the EIS. We will have a lot to accomplish in a very short
period of time. After we have this discussion tomorrow, I would like you to develop a draft written
project plan for how we will accomplish all this in such a short period of time. This plan will also help
us answer questions up front like how to scope the literature review to meet the needs of the Board
and the agency as well as the expected review process and what other resources we may need.
Thanks for your leadership on this!
Lauren

Director
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Sent: Monday, November 28, 2016 2:31 PM

Importance: High
First it is important for me to note that this is a very awkward way to receive an assignment that is so
significant to the Board of Health and our agency. Particularly since the request is so misaligned from
my sections scope of expertise. But I will do my best to answer your questions.
You have identified two assignments that our agency needs to address: review and provide
comments to the DEIS for Growler expansion at NAS Whidbey and a need for a literature review for
a complaint addressed to our state Board of Health. I will address each separately.
Regarding the 1500 page DEIS, I have scanned it to assess what is possible and relevant for us to
consider in the review and put forward my brief assessment to Koenraad for him to further
investigate. I have also asked him for insights for others who may support the review. Additionally in
the meantime, I let him know that I have contacted the Navy and requested contacts from the two,
lead federal agencies who will be reviewing the document, EPA and the FAA. The 19 page
distribution list within the DEIS identified numerous regional and national contacts for each of these
agencies. These likely are the folks that provided scoping expectations for the DEIS a few years ago
during that portion of the process. I plan to speak with them about their respective review processes
and then coordinate further with Koenraad. He and I will meet in the next week or two to discuss
further strategies. The timeline for completion of our comments is roughly mid-January.
Regarding the literature review, I do think it would be imperative to have a clear understanding from
the staff at the Board of Health what their expectations are for this review and if they can be met by
my section or by someone else. Because noise impacts to health are not in my sections scope of
expertise, whomever I assign will require some time to come up to speed about what they need to
understand. Currently we believe that outside the occupational setting there will be very limited
information on this subject from a toxicological perspective (example, Does noise cause cancer or
kidney disease in rats?). There may be epidemiological data available on this, Glen and his staff
may know more about this topic and I have not had time to check in with them on this. Also, I do not
know Michelle Davis or the work her group performs, but I think it would be valuable to engage
others on this topic. I have not had time to review the entire 21 page complaint to understand the
breadth and depth of this situation, but I would support the idea that someone take the time to get
clarity on what the needs are from Board staff members to help them address the complaint before
them. This would help meet their needs in a more timely manner since much of this is so unfamiliar
to us. For example, whomever I need to assign to this request is going to need an appropriate
amount of time to develop a clear understanding of the situation, who can answer any clarifying
questions they may have, what questions do we need to answer and in what level of detail and
finally who will be reviewing the work that is performed? Once we come to clarification on these
issues we will be in a better place to advise on a time table.
I am attending a very important meeting with Ecology this afternoon on CSPA rule making, but will
be available on my mobile to answer any additional questions.
Joanne M. Snarski

Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

Subject: RE: Noise Paper
Thanks for this information, Glen! Yes, you will have our final draft by noon on Friday.
Julie

Hey Folks,
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Subject: RE: noise report and website
We debated a few approaches and agreed that we could make this more comprehensive in the
future
Julie

Very nice. I thought it would link to some of the reference sites CDC/NIOSH you had. Nancy

Hello Nancy,
Julie

Very nice. I thought it would link to some of the reference sites CDC/NIOSH you had. Nancy

Hello Nancy,
Julie

From: Sally Lusk
Subject: Re: noise report now publicly available
Date: Monday, March 27, 2017 9:09:36 AM
Hi Julie,
Thank you for sending the link - impressive paper. I'll be interested in the outcome - would
you let me know?
Sally
On Mon, Mar 20, 2017 at 4:18 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov> wrote:
Hello Sally,
You can access the report through the link to letter with comments sent to the navy. It
starts on page 6 of the document.
Thanks for your help in reviewing the report! We really appreciate the time that you put into
this.
Best wishes,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
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To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: RE: Noise Review
Date: Thursday, January 12, 2017 11:17:20 PM
Hello Glen,
Here is the draft with my last changes, as version v14. Im finished reviewing until we hear back
from you or others.
Lili, the main thing I changed is to switch to exposure-response relationship instead of dose-
response. Before we had it both ways in the text, likely because literature is inconsistent about this.
Noise is a little unusual but I think exposure-response is more correct. If either of you feel strongly
we can switch it back to dose-response.
Julie

Sent: Thursday, January 12, 2017 5:08 PM
Subject: Noise Review
Hi Glen,
Attached is our final draft of the noise review. Julie is considering making some very minor changes
to some references tomorrow morning, but will have those submitted to you before noon. Thank
you for your guidance on this project!
Best,

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: Noise website language updated
Thanks Liz! I think it looks really good.
Julie

Sent: Monday, March 13, 2017 9:08 AM
To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
<Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
It took a while, but the noise information finally made it to the DOH website!
http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH) <Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
This looks great! Thank you all! I dont think we need to include the why didnt you do a different
study question on the FAQ on the web, though, if someone asks, thats the answer. Also, please
delete like most health-related topics from the second sentence in the first bullet.

Director
PO Box 47825
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Cell: (360) 259-0374

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>;

Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Thanks!
Liz

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Looks great! Thanks, everyone!

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374



Director
PO Box 47825

Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

Thanks!
Liz

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)


Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

Thanks!
Liz

Subject: RE: Noise website review
Hi Julie,
I addressed Glens first comment in v4_LM. Feel free to take it or leave it.

(360)236-3179

Sent: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 8:17 AM
Subject: FW: Noise website review

(360)236-3179

Hi Lili,
I have two comments. First, it seems the opening sentence could be written to be more compelling.
The second is that the content does not address children. While the content seems to focus on
adult exposure, children are special since the impacts extend beyond hearing, but could result in life
long psycho-social and economic impacts. In addition, children typically dont have the knowledge
or power to do anything about their exposure. So I would shorten or compress the content on adult
exposure and impact, and include a section on children and their exposure to build environment
sources, including air planes. Thanks for asking. GMP

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Subject: Noise website review
Hi Glen,
If you have a few free minutes this afternoon would you mind taking a quick look at what we have
drafted for a noise website? Any comments or suggestions would be great.
Thanks!

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: noise website
I saved an updated v4 with my initials. I used language I found on the CDC page for the first comment, and just
changed some of the wording for the second comment.

(360)236-3179

Can you take a look at v4? Im a little stuck with Rads first 2 comments. Im working on the last 2 comments in
there (one that I wrote).
Julie

Hi Julie,
I havent had much luck finding a chance to chat with Glen today. I just emailed version 3 to him, and if I get a
chance I will still try to talk to him person before the end of the day. It looks like Rad had some good
suggestions. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help!

(360)236-3179

That works for me. I will pass this list along to Rad and Glen (who both just stepped into another meeting). It

might be difficult to get feedback from them today. Maybe I will see if anyone else in the office is less busy and
has some time to look over it this afternoon.

(360)236-3179

These are the items I am particularly curious about:

Does it feel like it covers the main things people would want to know about noise exposure?
OK to have greater emphasis on the sources of noise and strategies to prevent exposure rather than
the health effects? (BTW, Heather suggested that we not include info about the other health effects if
we arent going to state them with greater confidence. I think it is important to include them given the
current context. Agreed?)
Id like to ask Elizabeth and Teresa if we could have a phone meeting tomorrow morning to discuss the plan.
Good? My past experience indicates to me that having everyone on the same page early on is valuable.
Julie

Rad is reading it now. Glen has been on conference calls all morning, but I will check in with him again now.

(360)236-3179


Was anyone up for reviewing the noise website draft?

That sounds good!

(360)236-3179

That's better, but I think "mitigate" and "reduce" would also apply to other strategies listed there.
How about "Insulate the noise"?

Mitigate the noise? Reduce the noise?

(360)236-3179

How about if we discuss sound insulation? I hadn't used this term before, but according to the PSU site it includes
many different types of construction modifications (including window, doors and insulation):
http://www.noisequest.psu.edu/noiseeffects-residentialsound.htmlhttp://www.noisequest.psu.edu/noiseeffects-
residentialsound.html
See v3. --The only thing I changed is the bullet about buffering noise. What's a better way to say "buffer the noise"?

Julie

Hi Julie,
The phrase install home and building insulation to limit the penetration of noise into a home was used in this
website http://www.noisequest.psu.edu/communitytools-faq.html to describe sound proofing.
This page might also be good to include as an additional resource:
FAA Aircraft Noise Issues page

https://www.faa.gov/about/office_org/headquarters_offices/apl/noise_emissions/airport_aircraft_noise_issues/

(360)236-3179

Ill call you now.
Julie

Sure! You can call me anytime.

(360)236-3179


Hello Lili,
Julie

Sure! Im looking at it now.

(360)236-3179

Julie

Hi Julie,

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Hello Lili,
Julie

I already sent that list to Rad and Heather (so just for Glen, or whoever else you find to review it).
Ill ask Elizabeth and Teresa if we can set up at meeting tomorrow.
Julie


(360)236-3179


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Hello Lili,
Julie

Subject: RE: noise?
Attachments: image001.jpg
Ill do that. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!
Julie

Subject: RE: noise?
Thats Daves territory. Shoot him an email.

Subject: RE: noise?
Thanks for the quick response!
Health effects.
Weve got about one month to write a lit review about health effects of noise exposure to assist in a
pressing issue about noise from jets on Whidbey Island. For starters, Im looking for help in
identifying the most relevant paperseither peer-reviewed articles or government agency
summaries. Would that be a better question for Dave?
Eventually having someone else read our draft would also be helpful!
~Julie

Subject: RE: noise?
If youre looking for input on noise exposure assessment, dosimetry, and control, I can likely help. If
you are looking for someone to review and weigh in on health effects, then Dave Bonauto is the best
candidate. However, hes in Atlanta and Im not sure when hell be back or able to review your
review.
His contact is:

Bonauto Dave (LNI)

Subject: noise?
Hello Todd,
I appreciate it!
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Subject: RE: noise?
Thanks for the quick response!
Health effects.
Weve got about one month to write a lit review about health effects of noise exposure to assist in a
pressing issue about noise from jets on Whidbey Island. For starters, Im looking for help in
identifying the most relevant paperseither peer-reviewed articles or government agency
summaries. Would that be a better question for Dave?
Eventually having someone else read our draft would also be helpful!
~Julie

Subject: RE: noise?
review.
His contact is:
Bonauto Dave (LNI)

Subject: noise?
Hello Todd,

I appreciate it!
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Subject: RE: noise?
Attachments: Bonauto Dave (LNI).vcf
image001.jpg
review.
His contact is:
Bonauto Dave (LNI)
111

Subject: noise?
Hello Todd,
I appreciate it!
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
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Subject: RE: Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment
I dont know, I could ask. Definitely sometime between when the Bellingham/Cherry Point facility
was proposed and when it failed to receive a permit so I guess Fall 2014-Summer 2016 sometime.

To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH) <Rad.Cunningham@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Cc: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>
Thanks Rad,
Do you know when this report was produced? I did not see a publication date.

P.O. Box 47846
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Hi,
Best,
-Rad



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To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Thanks Rad,
Do you know when this report was produced? I did not see a publication date.

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Hi,
Best,
-Rad


PO Box 47846
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(360) 236-3059 - fax


From: Sally Lusk
Don't know why my call to you is failing. I'll keep trying.
Great! Im trying to connect now. Is it working?
Julie

Sounds good! Ill be on my computer all day tomorrow starting at 2 pm your time. You could
write me an email when you would like to Skype.
My Skype account is: j.richman. (My maiden name.)
Thank you,
Julie


Tomorrow is best, probably ~ 3 PM here, but may I let you know in the AM a more
precise time?
You certainly win on distance and logistical challenge--fascinating! I am even more honored
that you have taken the time to respond.
Youre right, I am on Pacific Time so it looks like we are 4 hours apart. Here are a few
windows of time that work for me (written in AST time):
Tuesday 2:00 pm 8:00 pm
Wednesday 4:00 pm 6:00 pm
Thursday 1:00 pm 8:00 pm
Is there a time in there that would be convenient for you? --Other times can work for me too.
Thank you!
Julie

Happy to talk by phone. Next week I expect to have access to a US phone, but for now,
Skype is my best alternative. My address is sally.lusk. I am in AST time zone, 4 hours
ahead of you, I assume. We need to set and day and time so I can be by the computer to
connect with you.

Sally
On Mon, Dec 12, 2016 at 4:00 PM, Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
wrote:
Sally,
It is really great to receive your response!
I will look into the position statement that you shared.
Would it be possible to arrange a time to discuss by phone in the next couple of days?
Perhaps let me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so
am not always at the number listed in my signature.)
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
I am so pleased to hear you will be preparing this report. It's been a mission of mine
for a few years to educate the public regarding the hazards of noise. We recently
prepared a Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN),
and published in Nursing Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-
6554(16)30072-0/fulltext. This should be of some assistance to you.
We are currently preparing a lengthier Policy Brief that will contain more

information about the problem, the research, and some potential policy solutions. I
expect that this brief will contain most of the essential references, but will not be
ready to be submitted for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it
will not help you with your deadline.
I am not sure what your expectations are the time required, but I would be interested
in being involved in the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to
review.
Sally
wrote:
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health
effects of noise to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns
about noise exposures among community members living near a naval base with
jets that are regularly in flight.
I discussed this with Todd Schoonover, who works for Washington Dept of Labor
and Industries. Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and
suggested you would be a good person to contact.
I am working on this with one other colleague, Lili Morris (ccd). We are hoping to
find a noise expert who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are
using for our review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also
potentially read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline
spanning the holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Do you have interest in offering your expertise? We would very much appreciate
it!
Best wishes,

Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
not yet. I tried to call you, but you haven't approved me. See my Skype request.
Julie

Sounds good! Ill be on my computer all day tomorrow starting at 2 pm your time. You could
write me an email when you would like to Skype.
Thank you,
Julie


Tomorrow is best, probably ~ 3 PM here, but may I let you know in the AM a more
precise time?
Youre right, I am on Pacific Time so it looks like we are 4 hours apart. Here are a few
windows of time that work for me (written in AST time):
Thank you!
Julie

connect with you.

Sally
wrote:
Sally,
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
and published in Nursing Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-
We are currently preparing a lengthier Policy Brief that will contain more

information about the problem, the research, and some potential policy solutions. I
expect that this brief will contain most of the essential references, but will not be
ready to be submitted for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it
will not help you with your deadline.
I am not sure what your expectations are the time required, but I would be interested
in being involved in the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to
review.
Sally
wrote:
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health
effects of noise to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns
about noise exposures among community members living near a naval base with
jets that are regularly in flight.
find a noise expert who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are
using for our review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also
potentially read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline
spanning the holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Do you have interest in offering your expertise? We would very much appreciate
it!
Best wishes,

Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: "Sally Lusk"
Julie

Sounds good! Ill be on my computer all day tomorrow starting at 2 pm your time. You could write
me an email when you would like to Skype.


Thank you,
Julie

Tomorrow is best, probably ~ 3 PM here, but may I let you know in the AM a more precise
time?

Youre right, I am on Pacific Time so it looks like we are 4 hours apart. Here are a few windows
of time that work for me (written in AST time):




Thank you!
Julie

connect with you.
Sally
Sally,



With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
and published in Nursing Outlook. http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-
We are currently preparing a lengthier Policy Brief that will contain more information
about the problem, the research, and some potential policy solutions. I expect that this
brief will contain most of the essential references, but will not be ready to be submitted
for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it will not help you with

your deadline.
I am not sure what your expectations are the time required, but I would be interested in
being involved in the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to
review.
Sally
wrote:
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects
of noise to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about
noise exposures among community members living near a naval base with jets that
are regularly in flight.
find a noise expert who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using
for our review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also potentially
read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline spanning the
holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
Thank you,
Julie

time?
You certainly win on distance and logistical challenge--fascinating! I am even more honored that
you have taken the time to respond.
Youre right, I am on Pacific Time so it looks like we are 4 hours apart. Here are a few windows
of time that work for me (written in AST time):

Thank you!
Julie

connect with you.
Sally
Sally,
Perhaps let me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am

not always at the number listed in my signature.)
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
I am so pleased to hear you will be preparing this report. It's been a mission of mine for
a few years to educate the public regarding the hazards of noise. We recently prepared
a Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and
published in Nursing Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-
for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it will not help you with
your deadline.
review.
Sally
wrote:

I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects
of noise to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about
noise exposures among community members living near a naval base with jets that
are regularly in flight.
Best wishes,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

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To: "Sally Lusk"
Thank you,
Julie

time?

Youre right, I am on Pacific Time so it looks like we are 4 hours apart. Here are a few windows of
time that work for me (written in AST time):



Thank you!
Julie


connect with you.
Sally
Sally,


Would it be possible to arrange a time to discuss by phone in the next couple of days? Perhaps
let me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am not
always at the number listed in my signature.)

With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
I am so pleased to hear you will be preparing this report. It's been a mission of mine for a
few years to educate the public regarding the hazards of noise. We recently prepared a
Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published
in Nursing Outlook. http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext.
This should be of some assistance to you.
for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it will not help you with your
deadline.
review.
Sally
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects of
noise to inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about noise

exposures among community members living near a naval base with jets that are
regularly in flight.
Industries. Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested
you would be a good person to contact.
Best wishes,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
time?
Thank you!
Julie


connect with you.
Sally
Sally,
Would it be possible to arrange a time to discuss by phone in the next couple of days? Perhaps
let me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am not
always at the number listed in my signature.)
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published
in Nursing Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext.
This should be of some assistance to you.

for approval, and publication, by the AAN until Spring, so it will not help you with your
deadline.
being involved in the development of your report, and welcome the opportunity to review.
Sally
Industries. Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested
you would be a good person to contact.
I am working on this with one other colleague, Lili Morris (ccd). We are hoping to find
a noise expert who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using for our
review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a
draft of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and
the report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,

Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: "Sally Lusk"
You certainly win on distance and logistical challenge--fascinating! I am even more honored that you
have taken the time to respond.

Thank you!
Julie

Happy to talk by phone. Next week I expect to have access to a US phone, but for now, Skype
is my best alternative. My address is sally.lusk. I am in AST time zone, 4 hours ahead of you,
I assume. We need to set and day and time so I can be by the computer to connect with you.
Sally
Sally,


Would it be possible to arrange a time to discuss by phone in the next couple of days? Perhaps let
me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am not always at
the number listed in my signature.)

With appreciation,
Julie


Julie,
Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published in
Nursing Outlook. http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext. This
should be of some assistance to you.
Sally
review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft
of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and the
report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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Great!

(360)236-3179

Julie

Julie,
Sally

Best wishes,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
Happy to talk by phone. Next week I expect to have access to a US phone, but for now, Skype
is my best alternative. My address is sally.lusk. I am in AST time zone, 4 hours ahead of you,
I assume. We need to set and day and time so I can be by the computer to connect with you.
Sally
Sally,
me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am not always at
the number listed in my signature.)
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
Position Statement adopted by the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and published in

Nursing Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext. This
should be of some assistance to you.
Sally
exposures among community members living near a naval base with jets that are regularly
in flight.
review to ensure that we have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft
of our review. Unfortunately this is on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and the
report must be finalized in early January.

Best wishes,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: "Sally Lusk"
Sally,

me know a few times that might work for you? (I telecommute several days so am not always at the
number listed in my signature.)
With appreciation,
Julie

Julie,
Sally

Best wishes,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
Julie,
Outlook.http://www.nursingoutlook.org/article/S0029-6554(16)30072-0/fulltext. This should be
Sally

Best wishes,
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: Nancy Beaudet
Subject: RE: potentially review noise report around new year?
Thats great, Nancy! Well really appreciate having others take a look at our report.
Thanks for the PFOS heads up. We have folks working on PFOS for some special projects, though I
am not sure if it is for Whidbey Island. Ill ask about it
I hope that you have a wonderful holiday time with your family! Enjoy your visit with Cori!
Im betting that Lila will like the boxes more than any present. On the other hand, Henry is expecting
a rocket ship from Santa that he can fly around. Hmm!
Cheers,
Julie
From: Nancy Beaudet [mailto:beaudet@uw.edu]

Cc: Kyle Walsh
Subject: Re: potentially review noise report around new year?
Hi Julie,
I'm pleased WA DOH is formally involved. I'm taking a few days off but am mostly around
over the holidays. I'd be happy to review your 5 pager....and am pleased the PEHSU lit
review is helpful.
I also just learned that the Whidbey Is Naval Station informed 100 residents living nearby
the base about PFOS in the well water.... I don't know any additional details but wanted to
give you a heads up in case this comes your way... ATSDR has two brand new (last 18
months) fact sheets, one for community members and one for clinicians.
ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS and the MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS!!! Henry will be old enough to
rip off the paper and your daughter can watch the show! HAVE FUN!!!! Cori arrived back
in Seattle on Friday and it's been a blast having her around! Best. Nancy

Hello Nancy,

I was just about to write you this separate note when Rad sent me that legionella
update...

The State Board of Health asked us to write a literature review of health effects of
noise to assist them in reviewing a proposal for increased naval jet traffic on Whidbey

Island. I am working on a brief review (~5 pages of text) of health effects for the
general public along with Lili Morris in my office. It is due in mid-January.
We read the report that you co-authored for PEHSU with Samantha Serrano and
Cartherine Karr about noise exposure and childrens health. It has been very helpful to
us. It also made me laugh that you are intrinsically connected to yet another project of
mine here!
If we were to get a draft prepared around the new year, do you think you could give it a
quick review? (Like within a few days?) We would certainly welcome comments from
Samantha and Catherine, and others who are experts in noise if you think they might
be able to help out!
Im sorry to ask about something on such a short timeline, especially since it is around
the holidays. It was brought to our attention with urgency.
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Nancy Beaudet
Cc: Kyle Walsh
Hi Julie,
I'm pleased WA DOH is formally involved. I'm taking a few days off but am mostly
around over the holidays. I'd be happy to review your 5 pager....and am pleased the
PEHSU lit review is helpful.
I also just learned that the Whidbey Is Naval Station informed 100 residents living
nearby the base about PFOS in the well water.... I don't know any additional details
but wanted to give you a heads up in case this comes your way... ATSDR has two
brand new (last 18 months) fact sheets, one for community members and one for
clinicians.
ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS and the MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS!!! Henry will be old
enough to rip off the paper and your daughter can watch the show! HAVE FUN!!!!
Cori arrived back in Seattle on Friday and it's been a blast having her around! Best.
Nancy
Hello Nancy,

update...


mine here!



Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Nancy Beaudet
Cc: Kyle Walsh
Hi Julie,
I'm pleased WA DOH is formally involved. I'm taking a few days off but am mostly
around over the holidays. I'd be happy to review your 5 pager....and am pleased the
PEHSU lit review is helpful.
I also just learned that the Whidbey Is Naval Station informed 100 residents living
nearby the base about PFOS in the well water.... I don't know any additional details
but wanted to give you a heads up in case this comes your way... ATSDR has two
brand new (last 18 months) fact sheets, one for community members and one for
clinicians.
ENJOY THE HOLIDAYS and the MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS!!! Henry will be old
enough to rip off the paper and your daughter can watch the show! HAVE FUN!!!!
Cori arrived back in Seattle on Friday and it's been a blast having her around! Best.
Nancy
Hello Nancy,

update...


mine here!



Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Subject: RE: RE: Story 21 Feb 2017 - State report finds link between jet noise
Hi all! Sounds like we have a plan! Thanks have a great weekend

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>;
Lohr, Teresa (DOH) <Teresa.Lohr@DOH.WA.GOV>
Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
Great Julie - I think making the report available on the DOH website is a good idea. We might
consider having a link to the letter/comments Clark sent the Navy as well that would be something
the media would likely ask for and it would be easier if they can just get it themselves or I can point
them to it.
We probably want to get those two things posted Monday morning, even if there isnt general text
that is ready, since the letter/comments were submitted today.
Sorry Teresa I know were making an effort to reduce the number of webpages on the DOH site,
but this should be posted. J
And yes, we are happy to review content.
Liz

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH) <Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
<lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Lohr, Teresa (DOH) <Teresa.Lohr@DOH.WA.GOV>
Hello Elizabeth and Teresa,
Elizabeth, its great that you were ready to respond in that first go-around! Lili and I are ready to
jump in with technical info as we refine those talking points along the way. I think our main angle is
to ensure the talking points dont overstate our findings or position. Balancing this with need for
clarity is tricky.

Weve talked about adding the report as a link on a webpage about noise for public access. (Good?)
Im drafting some general text about noise exposure today.
Elizabeth and Teresa, could you help review content and aim to get webpage posted next week?
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

<Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>
Thanks for the updated talking points these are helpful to my understanding of this issue.
Just so you have some context, Dave Johnson needed some quick talking points yesterday morning
in case there was media follow-up to the Whidbey Times story that ran on Tuesday. The talking
points I sent him yesterday were meant to give him the gist of the issue, they werent designed to
respond to an actual media query or be used in an interview - he needed something quickly that was
accurate enough.
If there are media requests related to this issue that come up, Im glad to know who I can tap for
information.
Speaking of the web - Is the report available on any website? I cant find it on ours. Is it on SBOH or ?
Thanks!
Liz


To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH) <Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: RE: Story 21 Feb 2017 - State report finds link between jet noise
Hi Elizabeth,
Julie Fox and I wrote the noise report and Lauren passed along your talking points. We worked
through them and have some changes related to some of the uncertainties and qualifying points of
our conclusions. Below are 3 revised talking points that we feel capture the primary findings of our
report:
There is a need for studies characterizing noise exposure and health effects specific to noise
exposures originating from NAS Whidbey Island Complex, as there have been minimal
studies specific to noise exposure from military aircraft.
There is increasing evidence that noise exposure from multiple environmental sources, such
as commercial aircraft, is associated with annoyance, sleep disturbance, cognitive impairment,
and adverse cardiovascular outcomes.
There remain important gaps of knowledge related to noise and health; however, current
evidence suggests that the noise levels similar to those reported from the NAS Whidbey Island
Complex pose a threat to public health.
We are happy to discuss further and understand if we need to simplify some of the language.
There are a few other items we wanted to note:
1. We want to refer to the report as a literature summary (as opposed to literature review)
2. We want to use military aircraft instead of jet to stay consistent with language used by the
navy in the EIS
There are additional topics that could potentially come up in response to our report that we did not
cover. We do not feel like these need to be talking points, but want to be prepared if these come up
in questions to the agency. So far, we have come up with the following list:
We emphasized noise levels in the report, but recognize that the frequency and
duration of noise exposure on Whidbey Island could likely affect risk.
Whidbey Island residents becoming accustomed or habituated to noise exposure

might also influence the level of risk. The degree of habituation likely varies
across individuals.
In published literature, populations that are exposed to elevated levels of noise are
also exposed to elevated levels of air pollution. More work is needed to
disentangle these relationships and understand how they influence health.

Lets keep a dialogue going as additional topics are brought up so we can assist with responses as
needed.
We have also discussed starting a DOH webpage on noise and health to provide basic information
with an FAQ section. Lets plan to discuss further.
Lauren and Glen, let us know if you have any additional revisions or suggestions.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Lohr, Teresa (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Thanks for letting us know, Elizabeth! We will take advantage of the extra time.
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>; Lohr, Teresa (DOH) <Teresa.Lohr@DOH.WA.GOV>;
Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
I wanted to get it posted this morning because I was concerned we might have media interest in
seeing the report and letter, but so far things have been quiet.
Teresa has gone home sick, so feel free to take a little time since it wont happen until she returns. If
I get a media call Ill just forward them the report myself.
Liz

To: Lohr, Teresa (DOH) <Teresa.Lohr@DOH.WA.GOV>; Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH)
<Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
Hello Teresa and Elizabeth,
Update: Were sending around the text for the noise website for a couple of people in our office to review
and then well get you to take a look at it too.
Elizabeth, you mentioned youd like to post the letter and the noise website with the report link this
Monday morning. Do you want the new general noise website, report and letter all to be posted in one
place at the same time?
Im hopeful its OK that were taking a little time to work on this. (?)
Julie


them to it.
Liz

clarity is tricky.
Thank you,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

accurate enough.
information.
Thanks!
Liz

Hi Elizabeth,

report:
1. There is a need for studies characterizing noise exposure and health effects specific to noise
2. There is increasing evidence that noise exposure from multiple environmental sources, such
as commercial aircraft, is associated with annoyance, sleep disturbance, cognitive
impairment, and adverse cardiovascular outcomes.
3. There remain important gaps of knowledge related to noise and health; however, current
evidence suggests that the noise levels similar to those reported from the NAS Whidbey
Island Complex pose a threat to public health.
navy in the EIS
Whidbey Island residents becoming accustomed or habituated to noise exposure might

also influence the level of risk. The degree of habituation likely varies across individuals.
In published literature, populations that are exposed to elevated levels of noise are also
exposed to elevated levels of air pollution. More work is needed to disentangle these
relationships and understand how they influence health.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: Ready to distribute!
Also a heads up: I changed the draft to v5 instead of final. I think there will be many more
versions in the draft phase

Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,
Sound like no meeting today. I just chatted with Glen briefly. He said he responded to your email
from earlier today and was ok with you distributing to reviewers. He said to get reviews back by the
10th, and plan to have a draft finalized on the 13th.

(360)236-3179

I havent gotten final confirmation from Glen yet. I also wonder if we might stretch out the time that
we are allowing the external reviewers.
Do you know if well have a noise meeting today at 2 pm?
Julie

Sounds good! Thanks for the update.

(360)236-3179

I think it looks good! I made a few additional tiny edits, mainly adding spaces etc.
Im corresponding with Glen about the process of sending this out for review. Ill send it out once I
get his final approval.
Julie

Subject: Ready to distribute!
Good morning,
I will let you distribute, so you can take a look at my revisions to the auditory section and auditory
conclusions before sending it. I saved it as noise_health_rvw_draft_final. I think it looks good!

(360)236-3179

We are actually meeting now. Sorry for the confusion. We will give you a call!

(360)236-3179


Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179


Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie


Good morning,

(360)236-3179


Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Hi Julie,
As far as I know we still have the meeting at 2. We can check in with Glen about distributing to
reviewers and time frame during the meeting.

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

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(360)236-3179


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: report of health effects of noise for your review
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5_NPB.docx
My comments and edits. Ill bring in the book I mention tomorrow. I can scan the relevant pages and send to you. See more below.
Nancy

Cc: Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: report of health effects of noise for your review
Hello Nancy,
published literature? Yes
2) Does our reference list encompass the body of scientific literature on this subject? I wouldnt be able to evaluate this
without repeating what you already did. J
already over our intended page limit.) It might be worth including that there is a long-standing SBOH school rule
addressing ambient noise in order to allow school children to learn.
Finally, we ask that you do not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by others externally and will also go
through further internal review.
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5_NPB.docx
Nancy

Hello Nancy,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Thanks Nancy! We really appreciate the time youve taken to give this consideration.
Thanks for the book offer too. I wont be back in the office until Thursday but I could swing by your cube.
Julie

Nancy

Hello Nancy,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

From: Sally Lusk
Date: Sunday, January 08, 2017 11:29:26 AM
Hello Julie, et al,
I've attached your doc with my comments - after initial highlight, just decided to use track
changes throughout the doc..
Your questions and my answers follow the ref list. Happy to discuss by phone, and my phone
has been working well, but best to set via email a specific time for a call
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed.
Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at the request of the Washington State Board of Health
in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. (Ive also
ccd my supervisor, Glen Patrick.)
We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like to learn your
opinion about these items:
1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do
our conclusions align with current published literature?
We would like to receive your feedback by Tuesday, Jan 10. My apologies for the short time
for your review!

Finally, we ask that you not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by
others externally and will also go through further internal review at DOH.
Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: ckarr@u.washington.edu
thanks Julie. Unfortunately, I won't be able to review this as requested. I am out of the office Jan 6-10. Good luck.
It's an important topic.
catherine

Director, Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit
http://depts.washington.edu/pehsu/
206-616-4355 (vm)
On Wed, 4 Jan 2017, Fox, Julie R (DOH) wrote:
> Date: Wed, 4 Jan 2017 23:01:23 +0000

> Cc: "Patrick, Glen (DOH)" <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>,
> "Morris, Lillian M (DOH)" <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>
> Subject: report on health effects of noise for your review
>
>
> Dear Catherine Karr,
>
>
>
> I know that you did not commit to reviewing a draft of our literature review of health effects of noise within our
time period, but I thought I would
> share this with you in case you are able to offer a comment.
>
>
>
> Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed
increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey
> Island, WA. (Ive also ccd my supervisor, Glen Patrick.)
>
>
>
> We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like comments about these items:
>
>
>
> 1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of noise? Do our conclusions align
with current published literature?
>
> 2) Does our reference list encompass the body of scientific literature on this subject?

>
> 3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? (Heads
up: were already over our intended
> page limit.)
>
>
>
> We would like to receive your feedback by Tuesday, Jan 10. My apologies for the short time for your review!
>
>
>
>
> Finally, we ask that you not share or distribute this draft. This report will be reviewed by others externally and will
also go through further internal
> review at DOH.
>
>
>
> With great appreciation,
>
>
>
> Julie
>
>
>
> Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS
>
> Environmental Epidemiologist
>
> Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences
>
> Washington State Department of Health
>
> P.O. Box 47846
>
> Olympia, WA 98504-7846
>
> (360) 236-4345
>
> julie.fox@doh.wa.gov
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
>

To: Noah Seixas
Best wishes,
Julie

Thanks,
Noah
Hello Noah,
thanks,
Julie

Dear Noah Seixas,







Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

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phone: 206-685-7189
fax:206-616-6240

From: Noah Seixas
Thanks,
Noah
Hello Noah,
thanks,
Julie

Dear Noah Seixas,







Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

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phone: 206-685-7189
fax:206-616-6240

To: nseixas@uw.edu
Hello Noah,
Are you still up for reviewing the noise report that we drafted? I think we could still incorporate your comments if we receive them some
time today.
thanks,
Julie

Dear Noah Seixas,
Here is the draft of the literature review about the health effects of noise that we discussed. Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at
the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. (Ive also
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? Heads up: were
already over our intended page limit.
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Sally Lusk
Hello Sally,
Thank you very much for taking the time to consider our report carefully! We appreciate your comments.
We will be happy to share a final draft with you.
Thank you,
Julie

Hello Julie, et al,
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
literature?
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
Hello Julie, et al,
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
for your review!

Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: Sally Lusk
Thats great! Thank you, Sally.
Julie

Hi Julie,
Just to let you know I received your message and plan to work on review tomorrow.
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
literature?
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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From: Sally Lusk
Hi Julie,
Just to let you know I received your message and plan to work on review tomorrow.
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
for your review!

Julie
P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345
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To: "ckarr@u.washington.edu"
Hello Catherine,
Of course we understand!
I sent it out to Noah as well. That was a great suggestion.
Thanks anyway!
Julie
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To: McCauley, Heather E (DOH)
Subject: RE: review text to use as a noise webpage?
Thanks for your edits! That was super fast. Thats a good idea about the hot topics page. I just wrote
Teresa to give her a heads up that were working on this, Ill ask her about it.
Julie
From: McCauley, Heather E (DOH)

Sorry for all the emails, but Im not sure if you are already talking to Teresa Lohr or not but I know
theyve created links from the home page of DOH before for hot topics, so thats something to
consider if you are interested in that. I dont know if its possible but just want to put that out there.
Its a very interesting topic.
Heather McCauley
Communications and Evaluation Coordinator
Washington Tracking Network (WTN)

PO Box 47846
Olympia, WA 98504
360-236-3185
www.doh.wa.gov/wtn

To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH) <Rad.Cunningham@DOH.WA.GOV>; McCauley, Heather E (DOH)
<heather.mccauley@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: review text to use as a noise webpage?
Hello Rad and Heather,
By chance, can I get you two to give me some quick feedback on a draft of text for a webpage about
noise exposure? Like by early Monday?
Were hoping to post this quickly as a place where we can put our Whidbey Island Noise Report. (The
idea just came up yesterday.)

Im up for any edits and suggestions, but here are some key items I hope youll consider:
Is it clear and easy to read? (This is something I struggle with!)

Does it feel like it covers the main things youd want to know about noise exposure?
Thanks!
Julie

Sorry for all the emails, but Im not sure if you are already talking to Teresa Lohr or not but I know
theyve created links from the home page of DOH before for hot topics, so thats something to
consider if you are interested in that. I dont know if its possible but just want to put that out there.
Its a very interesting topic.
Heather McCauley

PO Box 47846
Olympia, WA 98504
360-236-3185
www.doh.wa.gov/wtn


Thanks!

Julie

Sorry I just realized there are specific questions:
Here are some ideas:
Is it clear and easy to read? (This is something I struggle with!) (it is mostly clear and I made
a few suggestions for plain talking certain words)
Does it feel like it covers the main things youd want to know about noise exposure? (YES)
than the health effects. Im curious about your take on this. Definitely include strategies as
people will want to feel control over the situation that is described as harmful.
I put a place holder for our noise report in the Additional Resources section. Too subtle? Ive
made suggestions in my previous email on this one.
Heather McCauley

PO Box 47846
Olympia, WA 98504
360-236-3185
www.doh.wa.gov/wtn


Thanks!
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Cunningham, Rad N (DOH)
Attachments: noise_website_script_v1 HEM suggestions.docx
Hi Julie,
Here are my thoughts based on putting myself in the shoes of the general public, which are included
in my version that is attached:
Needs to be shorter and plain talked just a bit so I made suggestions on what could be taken
out.
I would highly suggest not mentioning that the report is in response to Whidbey. They can
see that when they open the report and pointing this out could be a source of conflict in the
future. Also, Whidbey is a limited audience and this page will be viewed by the general
public, who are not effected by that noise.
Thank you for the opportunity to look at this and just let me know if you have any questions!
Heather McCauley

PO Box 47846
Olympia, WA 98504
360-236-3185
www.doh.wa.gov/wtn



Thanks!
Julie

Subject: RE: SBH meeting about noise
I look forward to hearing about it! All is well here.
Julie

Sent: Tuesday, March 07, 2017 2:28 PM
Hi Julie,
I hope you are enjoying Seattle this week! I have a tableau meeting at the same time, but I think I
will go to this instead. I have not heard anything other than what Glen emailed us last week. If I hear
any more details I will let you know!

(360)236-3179

Subject: SBH meeting about noise
Hello Lili,
Are you planning on attending the State Board of Health meeting about the noise report?
I think it is tomorrow around lunch time (?). I'm wondering if there is any way to listen to it remotely, but
I can't find the info about it.
Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Hello Lili,
Julie

Subject: RE: search for noise expert
This is great, thank you Julie.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

To: Snarski, Joanne (DOH) <Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: search for noise expert
Hello Joanne and Glen,
Heres a quick recap of my search noise expert.
I contacted Todd Schoonover at SHARP, who forwarded me to Dave Bonauto, who is also at SHARP.
Both said that they didnt feel they had expertise in general health effects of noise exposure.
Todd Schoonover connected me with Sally Lusk, who is a Professor Emerita in the School of Nursing
at the University of Michigan. Sally has published several peer-reviewed papers about noise.
http://nursing.umich.edu/faculty-staff/sally-l-lusk
I emailed Sally some background on why and how we are conducting this lit review. She is in St.
Martin but is interested in providing us with assistance and understands our timeline. We discussed
that she would take a look at our reference list and review a draft of our report before it is finalized.
I will continue to look for a few other noise experts to review a future draft of our report.
Julie


P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Subject: RE: Skagit Valley Herald: State: Jet noise a public health concern
Thanks for sharing this!
Julie

Subject: FW: Skagit Valley Herald: State: Jet noise a public health concern
I thought you guys might be interested in seeing your work in the press. J
We concluded that noise at levels similar to those reported on Whidbey Island could pose a
public health risk, Lauren Jenks, director for the Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences
for the Department of Health, told the Skagit Valley Herald.
The agencys comment letter said further study is needed to determine public health impacts from
NAS Whidbey jet noise, and suggests a health impact assessment could help address the issue.
Jenks said the department was asked by the state Board of Health, Island County officials and
residents near NAS Whidbey to look into potential public health impacts from jet noise.
http://www.goskagit.com/news/state-jet-noise-a-public-health-concern/article_09deb5af-170f-
597c-a9dc-b4d86c4c0af8.html
State: Jet noise a public health concern

By KIMBERLY CAUVEL @Kimberly_SVH
Kimberly Cauvel
Mar 25, 2017

State health agencies are for the first time addressing jet noise as a public heath concern in
response to the Navys draft environmental impact statement, or EIS, for adding more jets at
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.
The Navy has proposed adding up to 36 EA-18G Growler jets to its fleet at NAS Whidbey. The
draft EIS lists the potential environmental impacts of adding those jets and the related increase in
field operations at Ault Field in Oak Harbor and the Outlying Landing Field in Coupeville.
The draft EIS was released Nov. 11 and the public comment period closed Feb. 24.
A comment letter from the state Department of Health states that jet noise such as that which
occurs in areas near NAS Whidbey could impact public health.
The department reviewed recent studies on health impacts from noise and on jet noise data
collected in the area, according to the comment letter.

Kelie Kahler, spokeswoman for the state Board of Health, said the board was prompted to look
into potential health impacts from jet noise after hearing testimony from the group Citizens of
Ebeys Reserve in June, and receiving a formal complaint from the group in October.
After the Department of Health took its position on the issue of jet noise, the board on March 8
agreed with the position and directed staff to write a similar letter.
The board passed a motion stating:
The Board endorses the Department of Health recommendations to the Navy and directs staff to
draft a letter of recommendation to the Navy to conduct a Health Impact Assessment on the
effects of military jet noise on populations near Navy Air Station Whidbey Island.
It is up to the Navy to decide whether to complete a health impact assessment as part of its final
EIS.
During open houses for the draft EIS, representatives of the Navy said jet noise levels near the
base are not likely to cause hearing loss.
The Department of Healths letter states that research has shown exposure to noise can cause a
variety of health impacts other than hearing loss, including mental health and cardiovascular
issues as a result of sleep disturbance and stress.
Citizens of Ebeys Reserve has long protested the Navys use of the Outlying Landing Field for
training purposes and of the Navys plans to bring more jets to NAS Whidbey.
The group is glad to see the state agencies raise concerns about jet noise, according to a March
news release.
The request for the health impact assessment is recognition that there is a problem. Asking for an
assessment to understand the health implications of military jet noise exposure ... validates citizen
complaints, the release states.
Health impact assessments are part of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program
called the Healthy Community Design Initiative, which help states plan projects with community
health in mind, according to the CDC website.
The idea is to bring to light potential health impacts of a project before it is set in motion, similar to
the way an EIS examines environmental impacts.
The CDC has funded several health impact assessments in Washington state.

Subject: RE: take a look at draft
Hi Julie,
I think that looks really good! Maybe add one sentence towards the end of the intro stating that
there is an extensive body of literature on this subject, so we are focusing on the most recent
studies. We could cite literature reviews that have synthesized some of the older literature?

(360)236-3179

Subject: take a look at draft
Hey Lili,
Can you take a look at the noise section I drafted? I just closed the draft document in the S drive.
Anything major missing?
In the effort of streamlining the other health effects, what if we think of following a similar format to
what youve started for cardiovascular effects? Something like this:
Biological effect/pathway
Different types of studies
General findings
Various agency conclusions
W/r/t biological effect: I wrote an overview mechanism for noisesleepcardio in the intro, but I
think some of these sections may need a little more detail.
Julie

Subject: RE: update on noise
Hi Julie,
Thanks for the update, and for sorting through the rest of those articles! Its fine with me for you to
add articles to folders as they arrive.
I checked in with Glen, and it sounds like our method for selecting papers so far is fine. He is not
expecting a systematic approach.
We can check in again later this week.
Thanks!

(360)236-3179

Subject: update on noise
Hello Lili,
I finished up with the initial PubMed search. I only added in about 10 more articles from that whole
search list after reducing to articles from 2010 until now. I didnt realize how close I was to the end! I
added several docs that came through on Interlibrary Loan into the folders and Im waiting on about
15 more to come in. Will it be confusing if I add those in as they arrive? (probably in the next couple
days)
I added a morbidity and mortality folder that only has a few articles so far. Want to toss a coin for
that one?
Ill hold on searching for other articles until we touch base. Lets chat about a bibliography too.
Im going to wrap up a few other pressing items and likely wont be able to start reading noise
articles until Wed.

Julie

Subject: RE: updated noise report
Wow!
Im in now and ready. How about if you swing by when youre ready to touch base?
Julie

Version 9 has an additional paragraph describing noise on Whidbey in the 3 reports. It probably
needs some work, but let me know if you think it is too dense.

(360)236-3179

Subject: updated noise report
Hello Lili,
I attached the document, but I want to give you a heads up that it doesn't look pretty! I left in many
comments that still need to be addressed. It does incorporate all of the reviewers.
This Citrix issue is really slowing me down. Gah!
I still think it'd be helpful to talk now. Is it good timing for you?
Julie


(360)236-3179

Hello Lili,
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: RE: very rough draft of lit review
Here are a couple minor thoughts for your consideration:

Under each of the health effects, you cite complexities and challenges. Based on the
audience, you may want to reframe to uncertainties and limitations.
The section titled Noise from Growlers on Whidbey Island may be better served to follow
the Sound/Noise Measurement section. It appears that your document flow will educate
and then inform with details.
Good stuff!
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
<Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: very rough draft of lit review
Hello Glen and Joanne,
Here is a very rough draft of the noise lit review. We inserted place holders for the areas that we still
need to draft. Please try to overlook grammar and awkward sentences for now.
Does the general shape and scope seem appropriate?
Thanks for your feedback!
Julie (& Lili)

Subject: RE: very rough draft of noise lit review
Sounds good. Thanks for the plan overview. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: very rough draft of noise lit review
Hello Glen,
Heres the latest draft of the noise lit review. Its still pretty rough and a few sections remain to be
completed. Lili and I are debating the best way to draft conclusions and recommendations.
Plan:
Lili and I will work on the conclusions and tying up the draft on Tuesday (Jan 4)
Well get a more complete draft out to you and other reviewers on Wednesday (Jan 5).
Well ask reviewers to return edits & comments by the following Monday (Jan 10). Thats not much
time for a review, but everyone has been given a heads up.
The following have agreed to review a draft:

Nancy Bernard (DOH)
Nancy Beaudet (UW)
Sally Lusk (Prof Emerita from U of Mich School of Nursing)
Catherine Karr also suggested that Noah Seixas (UW) has experience researching noise. Ill see if I
can get him to give it a quick read too.
Let us know if this is not taking the general shape you are expecting!
Julie

Subject: RE: Whidbey Island article on your paper
Attachments: image001.png
Im back! I was at an EPA training last week in Seattle. Ive been cramming to catch up on bill
analyses.
Julie

Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:26 AM
Subject: Whidbey Island article on your paper
Are you back?

Subject: Today's Press: LAST Outlook email edition
Today is the last emailed edition of Todays Press tomorrow youll get it from a new email
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able to reply to the new email, so if you have any problems, you can continue to ask Sharon
Moysiuk, Dave Johnson, or Julie Graham for help. Remember too, if youre aware of any important
public health news we miss in our daily scan, you can send it to us for inclusion in the following days
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http://knkx.org/post/gop-seeks-reduction-health-laws-10-essential-benefits

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_HEALTH_OVERHAUL_TWO_AMERICAS?
SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2017-02-22-03-57-50
China fights new wave of bird-flu virus as dozens die

http://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/china-fights-new-wave-of-bird-flu-virus-as-
dozens-die/
London coughing through winter as air pollution makes people sick

http://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/london-coughing-through-winter-as-air-
pollution-makes-people-sick/
Honey Bees May Be Harmed By Crop-Protecting Fungicides

http://kuow.org/post/honey-bees-may-be-harmed-crop-protecting-fungicides
Julie Graham
Strategic Communications
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Center for Public Affairs
360-810-1628 | www.doh.wa.gov

Subject: RE: whidbey island noise
Wouldnt dream of answering that rhetorical question. Good job you two.
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[I]

Hello Koenraad,
Were going back and forth about this and thinking that we dont want to get this specific about the
EIS in this evaluation, or it will change the focus of our report. So were thinking well stick with the
idea of indicating that we know there are discrepancies between the 3 reports, but they all indicate
the noise levels present are a health issue.
Will you consider us worthy colleagues if we go this route? (Dont answer that!)
Still, all of this prepares us for upcoming conversation either with people higher up in DOH, or
outside of DOH. Your ideas are not lost on us!

Julie

Subject: FW: whidbey island noise
As I was removing that one drop of sweat from my anatomy during exercise, it dawned on me that
the Board is not going to know about the issues with the model. So, these two sentences I offered
previously provide little meaning to them.
What I sent initially:

However, the noise levels on NAS Whidbey Island complex described in recent reports clearly
indicate that model estimates need to be shown as predictive of observed measurements. Without
such assurance, the concomitant findings from these reports with recent findings on non-auditory
health effects intimate that public health concern is warranted.
So, as to save some face, how about

Whereas the observed noise levels on NAS Whidbey Island complex described in recent reports may
not provide for results that can be compared with estimated model results, they do indicate the
importance of assuring that the model estimates are predictive of actual observations. As this type
of work has not been conducted yet, the concomitant findings from these reports with recent
findings on non-auditory health effects intimate that public health concern may be warranted.

Below is the text from the Navy EIS regarding the three noise reports provided from other sources.
I mention it in a comment.
It reads well (speaking of the two sections I read). Minor comments only.
I even increased the resoluteness of your text regarding outcome in the conclusion.
As to the last sentence of the conclusion, However, the noise levels on NAS Whidbey Island
complex described in recent reports present significant public health concern; specifically the part
in some-tone-of-orange, let me get back to you on this please.
Actually, how about this maybe clearly indicate that model estimates need to be shown as
predictive of observed measurements. Without such assurance, the concomitant findings from
these reports with recent findings on non-auditory health effects intimate that public health
concern is warranted.
1.9.5
The Navy continues to evaluate noise reports that have been developed by independent sources
and review their findings in conjunction with this EIS analysis. The following noise reports have been

reviewed:
National Park Service Report for Ebeys Landing National Historic Reserve (2016)
In 2016, the National Park Service performed acoustical monitoring for the Ebeys Landing
National Historic Reserve. The conditions measured by this study were actual aircraft noise over
a 28-day period in June and July 2016. Although this differs from the affected environment
modeled for calendar year 2021 in this EIS, the results of the study appear consistent with the
Navys previous noise analyses. Furthermore, the National Park Services monitoring report
demonstrates that, while military aircraft are loud, military aircraft operations are highly
intermittent, with long periods of no military aircraft activity. For example, the report
demonstrates that aircraft noise above 60 dB (normal conversation levels) occurred less than 1
percent of the time during the study period.
Dalhgren Report on Combat Jet Noise from Landing and Taking Off at Whidbey Island OLF
Coupeville (2015)
In 2015, this opinion paper was developed by Dr. Dahlgren, a toxicologist, to support litigation
by providing his opinion regarding the impact on public health from aircraft noise based on his
review of the research on aircraft noise and on surveys from individuals expressing their opinion
regarding their health. The report relies on conclusions on individual health that are not based
on reviews of the medical records of individuals in question, some conclusions appear to have
no supporting basis, and some conclusions are not consistent with, or are contrary to, the
references cited in the report. The Navy has considered the best available science in the
development of the Noise Study for this EIS and provides a detailed discussion of its findings in
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.

Report on Whidbey Island Military Jet Noise Measurements (2013)
In 2013, JGL drafted a report in support of litigation that purported to compare limited short
-term aircraft noise measurements with noise impacts reported in the 2005 Growler EA, which
served as part of Dr. Dahlgrens opinion report. The JGL report, however, contained
methodological flaws that make it unreliable for purposes of relating those short-term
measurements to the annual conditions assessed in the 2005 EA. It also did not result in any
findings that question the validity of Navy modeling.

Subject: whidbey island noise
Koenraad,
Take a look at the section: Naval Air Station Whidbey Island Complex Noise, and Conclusion.
Let us know what you think. We also have a question about the EIS when youre ready.
Julie

Attachments: Growler_EIS_LitReview_Comments2_1-17.docx
1.9.5
reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.



Koenraad,
Julie

Subject: RE: Whidbey Noise
Thanks Lili!
I do have remote access to the S drive; thats a great idea for a spot to share references! I just
started a folder at: S:/EPH/EH_Share/Noise Lili Julie.
Julie

Subject: Whidbey Noise
Hi Julie,
Here is my brainstorming document. Feel free to add to it, change it, or ignore it. I was also thinking
it would be good to set up a shared folder somewhere where we can start saving papers. Do you
have access to the S drive from home?
Have a great weekend!

(360)236-3179

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Hello Nancy,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: "nseixas@uw.edu"
Dear Noah Seixas,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: "Sally Lusk"
Dear Sally Lusk,
the request of the Washington State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Dear Catherine Karr,
I know that you did not commit to reviewing a draft of our literature review of health effects of noise within our time period, but I
thought I would share this with you in case you are able to offer a comment.
Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air
traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. (Ive also ccd my supervisor, Glen Patrick.)
We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like comments about these items:
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: "nseixas@uw.edu"
Dear Noah Seixas,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH); McCauley, Heather E (DOH)

Thanks!
Julie

Hello Lili,
Julie

Subject: Strength of Evidence Criteria
Date: Friday, January 06, 2017 11:39:54 AM
Attachments: Draft HIR Criteria_V9.docx
Prototype Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment.pdf
Hi Lilly and Julie,
If you have time to skim the strength of evidence criteria it would be helpful for our meeting
Monday. Here is an example of it being applied to an environmental health issue:
http://sboh.wa.gov/Portals/7/Doc/HealthImpactReviews/HIR-2015-03-HB1449.pdf?ver=2015-02-13-
153918-773
Also, I included a noise assessment document that highlights where DOT noise impact standards are
not health protective.
Teaser: First, DOT noise thresholds were not established using sciencebased health protective
criteria.
Rad


PO Box 47846
(360) 236-3359 - phone
(360) 236-3059 - fax


Hey Lili,
General findings
Julie

Subject: timeline for noise report
Hello Glen,
Lili and I just want to clarify the timeline for the noise report. The final is due on Tues, Jan 17.
You said you would like to see a draft before then.
Is the 17th day it be sent to Lauren and others internally, or the day it will go out to the State Board
of Health?
Thanks,
Julie

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Subject: Today"s Clips 12-08-16
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General Local (WA) News
Frontier Behavioral Health expands services as more seek mental health care
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/dec/07/frontier-behavioral-health-
expands-services-as-mor/

Navy meetings on Growler EIS get underway
http://www.whidbeyexaminer.com/news/navy-meetings-on-growler-eis-get-
underway/
US life expectancy falls, as many kinds of death increase

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/US-life-expectancy-falls-as-
many-kinds-of-death-10781309.php
Black mold found at Eisenhower High School

http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/education/black-mold-found-at-
eisenhower-high-school/article_3ef15520-bb2a-11e6-970a-
dba9a443bb3e.html
Groups sue feds to force Washington to protect Puget Sound

http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/state_news/groups-sue-feds-to-force-
washington-to-protect-puget-sound/article_4b4df7fa-cf29-59dc-a25c-
08da97dad0e9.html
Nurses at St. Joseph in Tacoma get $5 million settlement

http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/state_news/nurses-at-st-joseph-in-
tacoma-get-million-settlement/article_b1341eb8-03fc-5564-8288-
0587a0482fb4.html
Skykomish River drowning victim identified

http://www.heraldnet.com/news/skykomish-river-drowning-victim-identified/
A student was choking, and his teacher knew what to do (First aid heroes)
http://www.heraldnet.com/news/a-student-was-choking-and-his-teacher-
knew-what-to-do/
Health Department: Winlock Nursing Assistant Had Inappropriate Relationship

With Client (from Dept. of Health news release)
http://www.chronline.com/crime/health-department-winlock-nursing-
assistant-had-inappropriate-relationship-with-client/article_0d1ecaea-bcac-

11e6-b6a4-8fcee3010681.html
Worry of copycats in states with assisted-suicide laws

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2016/dec/5/worry-of-copycats-in-
states-with-assisted-suicide-/
U.S. life expectancy falls, as many kinds of death increase

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/08/u-s-life-expectancy-falls-as-
many-kinds-of-death-increase/
Groups sue feds to force Washington to protect Puget Sound

http://komonews.com/news/local/groups-sue-feds-to-force-washington-to-
protect-puget-sound
Burning less coal means safer tuna

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/08/burning-less-coal-means-
safer-tuna/
Eisenhower High School working on permanent solution after finding black

mold in walls
http://kimatv.com/news/local/eisenhower-high-school-working-on-permanent-
solution-after-finding-black-mold-in-walls
15-month old girl struggles to recover after swallowing button battery

http://kimatv.com/news/nation-world/15-month-old-girl-struggles-to-recover-
after-swallowing-button-battery
Providence and Pacific Medical open clinic in Lacey

http://www.theolympian.com/news/business/article119577788.html
Sen. Maria Cantwell urges spill protections after Canada pipeline OKd
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/sen-maria-cantwell-urges-
spill-protections-after-canada-pipeline-okd/
AIDS / HIV

Rights group, worried about HIV, urges Philippines action
http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/Rights-group-worried-about-
HIV-urges-10782504.php
Hanford
DOE may miss new Hanford tank deadlines

Marijuana
State highest court reinstates DUI convictions of 2 drivers not warned about
pot
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/crime/state-highest-court-
reinstates-dui-convictions-of-2-drivers-not-warned-about-pot/
Mental Health
Mental Health Care Gets A Boost From 21st Century Cures Act
http://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/12/07/504725936/mental-
health-care-gets-a-boost-from-21st-century-cures-act
Mumps Outbreak
200 unvaccinated students forced to stay home amid Auburn mumps outbreak
http://www.king5.com/news/health/200-unvaccinated-students-asked-to-stay-
home-after-auburn-mumps-outbreak/365257711
Auburn School District says kids not vaccinated for mumps must stay home
http://www.kiro7.com/news/south-sound-news/auburn-school-district-says-
kids-not-vaccinated-for-mumps-must-stay-home/473890041
Opioids

Congress passes bill that could help fight opioid crisis in Washington state
http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/congress-passes-bill-that-could-
help-fight-opioid-crisis-in/article_fbccee86-bd12-11e6-97ed-
636b6d259c27.html
Drugmakers will pay for take-back program

http://www.kitsapsun.com/news/local/drugmakers-will-pay-for-take-back-
program-430198e8-301c-3ee5-e053-0100007f53ff-405120256.html
Overdose deaths involving fentanyl fill Vancouver morgues to capacity

http://www.straight.com/news/840756/overdose-deaths-involving-fentanyl-
fill-vancouver-morgues-capacity
Deadly Opioid Addiction Solved By Medical Cannabis?

http://www.weednews.co/deadly-opioid-addiction-solved-by-medical-
cannabis/
Tobacco / Ecigs
Surgeon General: E-cigarettes a growing health threat to nations youth

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/surgeon-general-vivek-murthy-e-cigarettes-
vaping-a-growing-health-threat-to-nations-youth/
Water Quality / Testing
Traces of firefighting chemical show in town well testing

http://www.whidbeyexaminer.com/news/traces-of-firefighting-chemical-show-
in-town-well-testing/
PFOS found in testing well near Eastside Fire and Rescue

http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/pfos-found-in-testing-well-near-eastside-
fire-and-rescue/474093932
Water Rescue / Drowning

Video: Coast Guard helicopter rescues five off Washington coast
http://keprtv.com/news/local/video-coast-guard-helicopter-rescues-five-off-
washington-coast
Winter Weather / Travel
Winter storm system to bring "significant snow" to Mid-Columbia region

http://keprtv.com/news/local/major-winter-storm-system-coming-to-region-
thursday-friday
December Storm: Lighter snow turning to rain for many lowland areas
Thursday night
http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/latest-forecast-most-lowland-areas-to-get-
snow-accumulation-thursday/473983999
Friday snow totals to be less than expected

http://www.krem.com/news/local/spokane-county/winter-storm-watch-starts-
thrusday-for-inland-northwest/365344806
Other News / Items of Interest
Senate Passes Sweeping 21st Century Cures Act Funding Medicine

http://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/senate-passes-sweeping-21st-
century-cures-act-funding-medicine-n693351
Nation's death rate rises as progress against heart disease stalls

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/12/08/nations-death-rate-rises-as-
progress-against-heart-disease-stalls.html
A Brighter Outlook Could Translate To A Longer Life
http://kuow.org/post/brighter-outlook-could-translate-longer-life
Social workers fleeing troubled foster care system

http://features.crosscut.com/foster-care-crisis-social-workers
6.5 magnitude earthquake hits off coast of northern California

http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/65-magnitude-earthquake-hits-off-coast-of-
northern-california/474275937
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From: Moysiuk, Sharon A (DOH)
Subject: Today"s Press 11-30-2016
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BC Pipeline Approval Could Bring More Oil Tankers To Puget Sound

http://kuow.org/post/bc-pipeline-approval-could-bring-more-oil-tankers-puget-sound
Dearth Of Providers, Delays In Authorizations Plague Medicaid Dental Program

http://knkx.org/post/dearth-providers-delays-authorizations-plague-medicaid-dental-program
Dr. Wood: Wood smoke stokes memories, but breathing issues too
Expanded Growler jet war training over Olympic Peninsula gets a draft OK
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/environment/expanded-growler-jet-war-training-over-olympic-peninsula-gets-a-draft-ok/
Trudeau OKs expanding Trans Mountain oil pipeline to B.C.; foes vow to fight
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/trudeau-oks-expanding-trans-mountain-oil-pipeline-to-bc-foes-vow-to-fight/
Water quality topic of Dec. 5 open house in Quilcene

http://www.ptleader.com/news/water-quality-topic-of-dec-open-house-in-quilcene/article_0bf95116-b690-11e6-8915-63fbbb59a99a.html
Invasive strep outbreak claims lives of 4 Alaskans

http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/invasive-strep-outbreak-claims-lives-of-alaskans/article_806ac24b-1f4f-581f-a76a-ffc13eb6c5b8.html
Stroke Rates Rising in Younger People

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/29/well/live/stroke-rates-rising-in-younger-people.html?
rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fhealth&action=click&contentCollection=health&region=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=8&pgtype=sectionfront
AFM
9th case of rare mystery illness confirmed in Washington state

http://komonews.com/news/local/9th-case-of-rare-mystery-illness-confirmed-in-washington-state
9th case of polio-like illness confirmed in Washington (Scott Lindquist mentioned)

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/9th-case-of-polio-like-illness-confirmed-in-washington/
Spokane County boy confirmed to have rare, serious illness that can cause paralysis
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/nov/29/spokane-county-boy-confirmed-to-have-polio-like-di/
AIDS / HIV
Why HIV infections in this group are no longer dropping

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/hiv-infection-white-injection-drug-opioid-abusers/
Needle Exchange Programs Help HIV But Move Too Slowly, CDC Says
http://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/needle-exchange-programs-help-hiv-move-too-slowly-cdc-says-n689936
Fresh New York HIV Cases Drop to Lowest Number Since 1981
http://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fresh-new-york-hiv-cases-drop-lowest-number-1981-n689886
Diabetes
Some resilient black youth may face higher diabetes risk as adults
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/11/28/some-resilient-black-youth-may-face-higher-diabetes-risk-as-adults.html
Flooding
Camano Island residents say they're flooding, Island County is partially responsible
http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/camano-island-residents-say-theyre-flooding-island-county-is-partially-responsible/471502068
Obesity (Nutrition)
Do fast-food calorie labels really help?

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/fast-food-calorie-labels-not-working-study-finds/
App claims Americans have worst diets on the planet

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/11/30/app-claims-americans-have-worst-diets-on-planet.html
Oil / Coal Terminals
Vancouver oil terminal foes renew objections at hearing

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/nov/29/vancouver-oil-terminal-foes-renew-objections-at-hearing/
Hanford
DOE responds to Hanford report on Today show

Marijuana
Former Liquor And Cannabis Control Board Member Speculates About Jeff Sessions And Wash.'s Legal Pot
http://knkx.org/post/former-liquor-and-cannabis-control-board-member-speculates-about-jeff-sessions-and-washs-legal
Trailblazing Seattleites run a family farm on the pot frontier

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/marijuana/trailblazing-seattleites-run-a-family-farm-on-the-pot-frontier/
Spokane County bans new outdoor pot farms as odor complaints roll in
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/nov/29/spokane-county-bans-new-outdoor-pot-farms-as-odor-/
Mumps
Mumps outbreak in King County investigated

http://www.king5.com/news/health/king-county-public-health-investigating-mumps-outbreak/358315636

14 cases investigated in 'emerging mumps' outbreak in King County
http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/14-cases-investigated-in-emerging-mumps-outbreak-in-king-county/471465168
Officials: 3 confirmed cases of mumps in KingCounty

http://q13fox.com/2016/11/29/officials-3-confirmed-cases-of-mumps-in-king-county/
Safe Consumption Sites
Will Seattles drug policy experiments survive Trump?

http://crosscut.com/2016/11/safe-consumption-sites-trump-sessions-heroin-crack-seattle/
As Seattle eyes supervised drug-injection sites, is Vancouver a good model?

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/is-vancouvers-safe-drug-use-site-a-good-model-for-seattle/
Suicide Prevention
Richland area high schools hosting community events to address teen-suicide prevention
http://keprtv.com/news/local/richland-high-schools-hosting-community-events-to-address-teen-suicide-prevention
Tobacco / Vaping
Smoking boosts heart attack risk 8-fold for younger adults

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/11/30/smoking-boosts-heart-attack-risk-8-fold-for-younger-adults.html
Vaccination
Meeting with Trump emboldens anti-vaccine activists, who see an ally in the Oval Office
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/11/30/meeting-with-trump-emboldens-anti-vaccine-activists-who-see-ally-in-oval-office.html
Wellness
Want to delay death? Then swim, dance, or get on court, study shows
http://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-sport-idUSKBN13O2YE
Should a Simple Fitness Check Be Part of Your Checkup?

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/11/30/well/move/should-a-simple-fitness-check-be-part-of-your-checkup.html?
rref=collection%2Fsectioncollection%2Fhealth&action=click&contentCollection=health&region=rank&module=package&version=highlights&contentPlacement=1&pgtype=sectionfront&_r=0
Zika
A look at Texas' first homegrown case of Zika

http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/q-a-a-look-at-texas-first-homegrown-case-of/article_6396576a-5cec-574e-8337-8e0400e8971a.html
22 million gallons of Salem sewage dumped in the Willamette (Oregon)

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/nov/29/22-million-gallons-of-salem-sewage-dumped-in-the-willamette/
At least 14 sickened, 3 dead from Thanksgivingmeal (San Francisco)

http://q13fox.com/2016/11/29/at-least-14-sickened-3-dead-from-thanksgiving-meal/
China's lack of sex education is putting millions of young people at risk (HIV/AIDS)
http://www.cnn.com/2016/11/30/health/china-sex-education-world-aids-day/index.html
Antiseptic invented in 1912 could battle viruses and superbugs

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/11/30/antiseptic-invented-in-1912-could-battle-viruses-and-superbugs.html
Trump choice for HHS secretary could repeal free birth control without act of Congress
http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/politics-government/article117822728.html#storylink=cpy
Thunderstorm asthma: 8 dead in Australia from rare illness

http://q13fox.com/2016/11/28/thunderstorm-asthma-8-dead-in-australia-from-rare-illness/
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Seattle plant is still dumping partially treated wastewater into PugetSound (Q13)
$50 million hospital expansion set to open later this year (Everett Herald)
City of Yakima animal control officers work to keep public, pets safe (Yakima Herald)
Yakima flooding proves a 'wake-up call' (Yakima Herald)

Now what? Options for consumers as health law drama fades (AP)
Everett holds public forum to discuss drug addiction (Everett Herald)
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Best way to slow aging? Exercise, but not just any kind (Seattle Times)
Oregon Senate Votes To Increase Legal Age For Tobacco Purchases (KNKX)
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Science and Research

Study finds women gaining too much pregnancy weight (Columbian)

EPA chief: Trump to undo Obama plan to curb global warming (Yakima Herald)
What You Can Do About Climate Change (The New York Times)
Study shows no long-term cognitive benefit to breastfeeding (CNN)
The HPV vaccine it's cancer prevention in the hands of physicians and parents (The
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Food and Nutrition

Blueberries help beat baby blues (Columbian)
Troubled environment found inside state Ecology workers cafe (Olympian)
Not all processed foods bad for you (Columbian)
DOH in the News

Monroe schools report mumps cases (Monroe Monitor; Dave Johnson quoted)
Flu shots still a good thing, even after season (Columbia Basin Herald; Dept. of Health
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HIV case management changing hands (Columbian; state health dept. mentioned)

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Albertsons, Safeway stores recall bakery items over possible salmonella contamination
http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Bakery-items-recalled-from-Albertson-Safeway-
10805776.php
Whatcom County wants state help for fix on wells issue

http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/northwest/whatcom-county-wants-state-help-for-fix-
on-wells-issue/article_3fa7a362-cec5-51d8-b38e-dbf464a9d802.html
Yakima's best and worst restaurant inspections

http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/news_watch/yakima-s-best-and-worst-restaurant-
inspections/collection_b0bf2fb2-c3d9-11e6-9cd5-2381ba750423.html
Zillah ammonia leak highlights local cooperation, regulatory shortcomings in hazmat response
http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/zillah-ammonia-leak-highlights-local-cooperation-
regulatory-shortcomings-in-hazmat/article_d8c298fe-c4e8-11e6-8b63-73b6c4ef7929.html
Richland veteran calls for Hepatitis C awareness

http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/local/article121656232.html
Mercury from fillings in your teeth cant go down public sewers anymore, EPA rules
http://www.tri-cityherald.com/news/nation-
world/national/article121757473.html#storylink=cpy
Why hospital patients go to nursing homes with poor ratings

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/dec/19/why-hospital-patients-go-to-nursing-
homes-with-poo/
Snohomish Health District avoids layoffs next year

http://www.heraldnet.com/news/snohomish-health-district-avoids-layoffs-next-year/
Chemicals found in wells near Whidbey Naval station

http://www.heraldnet.com/news/chemicals-found-in-wells-near-whidbey-naval-station/
Paramedics, doctors can share patient records with new system

http://www.heraldnet.com/news/paramedics-doctors-can-share-patient-records-with-new-

system/
Feeling sick with a stomach bug? You might have norovirus

http://www.bellinghamherald.com/news/local/article121213168.html
Washington Joins International Alliance To Combat Ocean Acidification

http://knkx.org/post/washington-joins-international-alliance-combat-ocean-acidification
New USDA food label guidelines aim to prevent food waste

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-usda-food-label-guidelines-aim-to-prevent-food-
waste/
How failure of Pierce Countys mental health tax impacts proposed psychiatric hospital
Pierce County Council stumbles in dark on mental health (opinion)

http://www.thenewstribune.com/opinion/article121454647.html
Deadline for ACA Health Insurance extended till December 19 citing heavy rush
http://www.latinoshealth.com/articles/20609/20161219/deadline-aca-health-insurance-
extended-till-december-19-citing-heavy.htm
Number of chubby babies, toddlers dips

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/19/number-of-chubby-babies-toddlers-dips/
Rural areas lead surge in drug-affected babies

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/19/rural-areas-lead-surge-in-drug-affected-
babies/
Washington Joins International Alliance To Combat Ocean Acidification

http://knkx.org/post/washington-joins-international-alliance-combat-ocean-acidification
State program helps put teen parents on path to success

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/19/state-program-helps-put-teen-parents-on-
path-to-success/
State gun database lacks info on thousands of handgun sales

http://www.columbian.com/news/2016/dec/18/state-gun-database-lacks-info-on-
thousands-of-handgun-sales/
Marijuana
Heavy pot smokers showing up in ER departments with vomiting, stomach pain from little-known
malady

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/dec/16/heavy-pot-smokers-showing-up-in-er-
departments-wit/
US women increasingly use pot during pregnancy, study finds

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/US-women-increasingly-use-pot-during-
pregnancy-10805923.php
Winter weather/ Travel safety
Drug overdose deaths rise significantly in past 5 years

http://www.goskagit.com/community/health/drug-overdose-deaths-rise-significantly-in-
past-years/article_bc88ad6f-7187-5361-8525-e4a8f7f20eca.html
Opioid advisory group presents plan to commissioners

http://www.goskagit.com/news/local_news/opioid-advisory-group-presents-plan-to-
commissioners/article_e165d172-9e8a-5c12-874a-0e582ef47d9f.html
Mumps
3, possibly 4 mumps cases in Yakima County under investigation
http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/possibly-mumps-cases-in-yakima-county-under-
investigation/article_e6f33014-c330-11e6-a91a-a3626c650977.html
Free mumps vaccine offered after two Spokane County cases confirmed
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2016/dec/16/free-mumps-vaccine-offered-after-two-
spokane-count/
College kid coming home with mumps? Here's what to know

http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/19/health/college-kids-mumps/index.html
Mumps Cases Are The Highest Theyve Been In 10 Years

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/mumps-cases-are-the-highest-theyve-been-in-10-
years_us_58580718e4b06ae7ec2a4065?section=us_healthy-living
Mumps outbreak reaches Seattle

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/health/mumps-outbreak-reaches-seattle/
King County Mumps Outbreak: The Latest Numbers

http://patch.com/washington/bellevue/king-county-mumps-outbreak-latest-numbers
Opioids
Deaths from synthetic opioids up 72%, CDC says

http://www.cnn.com/2016/12/16/health/synthetic-opioid-deaths/index.html

Drug overdose deaths rise significantly in past 5 years
http://www.goskagit.com/community/health/drug-overdose-deaths-rise-significantly-in-
past-years/article_bc88ad6f-7187-5361-8525-e4a8f7f20eca.html
Opioid advisory group presents plan to commissioners

http://www.goskagit.com/news/local_news/opioid-advisory-group-presents-plan-to-
commissioners/article_e165d172-9e8a-5c12-874a-0e582ef47d9f.html
Climate change/Extreme weather
Clallam County looks at climate change plans

http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/clallam-county-looks-at-climate-change-plans/
State recommends more aggressive effort to cut carbon emissions

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/environment/state-recommends-more-
aggressive-effort-to-cut-carbon-emissions/
Air quality
Burn ban called for Yakima County
http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/burn-ban-called-for-yakima-
county/article_b8837a54-c3f8-11e6-a162-574b57826026.html
Zika
Hard times for Puerto Rico family of child with Zika defect
http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/world/hard-times-for-puerto-rico-family-of-child-with-
zika/article_c3ebe4d0-b026-572e-bafb-c2969abac38b.html
With latest Zika research, our picture of the virus gets cloudier
http://www.pbs.org/newshour/rundown/latest-zika-research-virus-cloudier/
Williams-Sonoma issues recall of lemon poppy seed bread

http://www.krem.com/life/williams-sonoma-issues-recall-for-lemon-poppy-seed-
bread/373042397
Zika still on researchers' hit list; Mohave County refining response plan
http://www.havasunews.com/news/zika-still-on-researchers-hit-list/article_26b55210-c4ce-
11e6-9093-3f38d7f4cf7e.html
Hanford
Northwest's only nuclear plant shuts down unexpectedly

http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/northwest/northwest-s-only-nuclear-plant-shuts-

down-unexpectedly/article_2d6ec0c2-64b2-5739-8a10-d9c87e68faaf.html
Energy Department raises price tag to $16B for Hanford plant

http://keprtv.com/news/local/energy-department-raises-price-tag-to-16b-for-hanford-plant
Brain changes seen in pregnancy, may help preparing for baby

http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/brain-changes-seen-in-pregnancy-may-help-
preparing-for-baby/article_bf8fe09a-5bdb-5c4d-bb10-fa4c0fac4406.html
National Guard halts events in lead-contaminated armories

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/National-Guard-halts-events-in-lead-
contaminated-10794491.php
ConAgra to pay $11.2M to settle tainted peanut butter case

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/Judge-to-finalize-ConAgra-plea-in-tainted-
peanut-10792594.php
State drains Capitol Lake to help fight invasive mud snails

https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/news/2016/dec/16/state-drains-capitol-lake-to-help-
fight-invasive-mud-snails/
Seven Essential Tips To Breaking Up With Sugar

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/seven-essential-tips-to-breaking-up-with-
sugar_us_584d2470e4b0151082221c45?section=us_healthy-living
Obamacare Has Its Biggest Day as Republicans Promise Repeal

http://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-care/obamacare-has-its-biggest-day-republicans-
promise-repeal-n697171
'Very dangerous' powdered gloves banned for doctors

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/12/19/very-dangerous-powdered-gloves-banned-
for-doctors.html
Drinking 3 cups of coffee daily can help prevent Alzheimer's

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/12/18/drinking-3-cups-coffee-daily-can-help-prevent-
alzheimers.html
Brain changes seen in pregnancy, may help preparing for baby

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_SCI_MOMMY_BRAIN?
Medicare outpatients risk higher bills for some procedures

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_MEDICARE_BILLING?

Retiring Jefferson County emergency management director attends last J-PREP meeting
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/retiring-jefferson-county-emergency-
management-director-attends-last-j-prep-meeting/
Growler, Super Hornet operations suspended after incident (air noise)

http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/growler-super-hornet-operations-suspended-
after-incident/
James Bennett column: Be cautious with Obamacare, Maury Regional CEO says
http://www.columbiadailyherald.com/news/20161218/james-bennett-column-be-cautious-
with-obamacare-maury-regional-ceo-says
North China cities choked by smog shut factories, stop cars

http://www.goskagit.com/community/health/north-china-cities-choked-by-smog-shut-
factories-stop-cars/article_8d6a52bf-4394-5b0f-8d7f-679ecf530826.html
Julie Graham
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Hello Lili,
days)
that one?
articles until Wed.
Julie

Subject: update on the susceptibility edits
Date: Sunday, February 05, 2017 9:44:55 PM
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v15_JF.docx
Hello Lili,
After reading through the susceptibility section and finding an article about susceptibility from noise
(van Kamp NoiseHealth 2013), Im taking a different approach to that section. Van Kamp makes
the point that while a lot of articles cite susceptible groups, there arent many published studies that
were designed to determine this. I agree; Ive been looking for research that compares noise in one
subgroups vs. others for each of these listed susceptibilities and have found very little. The smoking
literature of smokers vs. non-smokers seems to get at this best. It seems likely that the other groups
are susceptible to noise.
I reworked that section quite a bit and made lots of notes for several references to be added. All of
the refs are saved in the PubMed bibliography. Certainly do edit this section! (I attached the latest
draft and its saved in our file in the main folder for Noise Health Rvw Drafts.
Some lingering items.
1) I havent been able to find a good reference that discusses susceptibility in people with pre-
existing cardiovascular disease, and I thought that would be a good health effect to choose
for the physical illness susceptibility. Can you find anything from the cardio lit youve read
and add something here? If there isnt a good cardio example, we might be able to use one
of the studies cited in van Kamp NoiseHealth 2013 about people with respiratory illness,
though Im a little reluctant to bring in a new health effect in this section.

2) For the bullet about smoking, I am waiting on the Normura PrevMed 2005 article there,
and the abstract is a little vague. Im curious if the positive assoc is just current smokers vs.
nonsmokers, or current and ever smokers vs. nonsmokers. They also report 3 risk ratios
based on study design, which I think are the pooled estimates from 8 studies divided up, but
they only had 1 case-control study. Can you order this article too? I think you likely will be
able to address this faster than me.

3) I also didnt get a chance to tackle the last edits Glen sent us on Friday.

I told Glen Id get you two a draft but decided to hold off on sending it to him with the attention this
still needs. (FYI if he asks.) Im sorry to leave these items incomplete! Ill continue to check in more
about it in the week, but it seems like there is a push to get it out quickly now. Im certainly
comfortable with you rolling ahead without me.
Enjoy the snow and stay warm!
Julie

Hello Lili,
Julie

Hello Lili,
Julie

Julie (& Lili)

Hello Glen,
Plan:

Nancy Bernard (DOH)
Nancy Beaudet (UW)
Julie

Hello Glen,
Plan:

Nancy Bernard (DOH)
Nancy Beaudet (UW)
Julie

Subject: Whidbey Island article on your paper
Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:26:19 AM
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WA Health News
NIH begins study of vaccine to protect against mosquito-borne diseases

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2017-02-mosquito-saliva-vaccine-nih-illness.html
Swedish CEO resigns days after Seattle Times investigation

http://www.king5.com/news/local/swedish-ceo-resigns-days-after-seattle-times-
investigation/410972891
Cockroaches, moldy food, and unwashed hands: Why are some restaurants still open?
http://www.yakimaherald.com/news/local/cockroaches-moldy-food-and-unwashed-hands-
why-are-some-restaurants/article_b056b7b6-f7ff-11e6-b0b4-438e9e5c43cd.html

Body found in park in Waitsburg (likely suicide)
http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/body-found-in-park-in-waitsburg/article_c4adfe90-
f89a-11e6-9be5-4f80db934885.html
Redmond health clinic offers IV hangover treatment

http://www.king5.com/entertainment/television/programs/evening/redmond-health-clinic-
offers-iv-hangover-treatment/410211864
Hanford officials: Emptying waste from leaking tank completed

Ex-patients sound off in wake of doctors $191M bankruptcy

http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2017/feb/22/patients-share-stories-of-billing-
practices-in-the/

mentally-ill/
Boys & Girls Clubs gets $150,000 grant from Legacy Health
http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/22/boys-girls-clubs-gets-150000-grant-from-
legacy-health/
Study: Close nuclear plant, save big bucks

http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/21/study-close-nuclear-plant-save-big-bucks/
Lower level set for lake behind Mossyrock Dam

http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/21/lower-level-set-for-lake-behind-mossyrock-
dam/#
Tainted food leads to death of Washougal womans dog

http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/20/tainted-food-leads-to-death-of-washougal-
womans-dog/#
Rainier Springs Hospital construction to begin in March

http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/20/rainier-springs-hospital-construction-to-
begin-in-march/
Flood warning in effect for Benton and Franklin counties Tuesday afternoon
http://keprtv.com/news/local/flood-advisory-in-effect-tuesday-afternoon
Olympic Medical Center receives nearly $50,000 donation from OMC Foundation
http://www.peninsuladailynews.com/news/olympic-medical-center-receives-nearly-50000-
donation-from-omc-foundation/

mentally-ill/
Notorious Lakewood motel meeting its demise after years of battles with city
Rain dampens South Sound fishing; razor clam dig starts Thursday
http://www.thenewstribune.com/outdoors/hunting-fishing/article134091744.html
As EPA head, Scott Pruitt must act on climate change

http://www.seattletimes.com/opinion/as-epa-head-scott-pruitt-must-act-on-climate-
change/
Seattle home too toxic to enter sparked a bidding frenzy now we know why
http://www.seattletimes.com/business/real-estate/seattle-home-too-toxic-to-enter-
sparked-a-bidding-frenzy-now-we-know-why/
Crippled Seattle sewer plant getting by at half capacity

http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/puget-sound/crippled-seattle-sewer-plant-
getting-by-at-half-capacity/


http://tdn.com/business/slammed-by-the-flu-businesses-scramble-to-get-work-
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Flu activity ebbs on Peninsula after tough season

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NYC officials: 1 person dies, 2 ill from rat-related disease

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/NYC-officials-1-person-dies-2-ill-from-
10933878.php

Health and Fitness
Washington Lawmakers Consider Raising Legal Smoking Age to 21

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http://legalnewsline.com/stories/511083291-washington-s-move-to-curb-tobacco-among-
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Rep. Gina McCabe's 'Travis Alert' bill passes House committee (re: EMS)
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'It saved my life': Talk of Obamacare repeal worries addicts

http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/it-saved-my-life-talk-of-obamacare-repeal-
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http://www.yakimaherald.com/lifestyle/health/health-law-created-winners-and-losers-
when-buying-insurance/article_674aefac-6846-581b-9f1a-78e437aee5e9.html
U.S. flu vaccine a good match; season moderate so far

http://www.columbian.com/news/2017/feb/20/u-s-flu-vaccine-a-good-match-season-
moderate-so-far-2/
State senator wants Justice Department to stop King County from opening safe-consumption sites
for drug users
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/politics/state-sen-miloscia-asks-feds-to-block-
king-county-on-safe-consumption-sites-for-drug-users/
Department of Agriculture would regulate marijuana edibles with new Takko bill
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with-new-takko/article_71c7e9f9-ed99-54b5-83ca-20db307121b0.html
DOH in the News
Washington's over flu-season peak (for now): With 209 deaths across the state, it's been a bad year
(quotes Dr. Lindquist)
http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Over-the-flu-season-peak-for-now-10949222.php

http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/state-report-finds-link-between-jet-noise-
health-problems/
UN health agency 'vigilant' about China bird flu outbreak

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/medical/article/UN-health-agency-vigilant-about-China-
bird-flu-10947408.php
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women-could-hit/article_27288c58-85fb-5eda-9f23-6f4d8fb261a7.html
Flood warning issued for region (S.E. WA)

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region/article_6b98a5a4-f8a3-11e6-9b15-9fd81af6e138.html

http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/national/slammed-by-the-flu-businesses-scramble-to-
get-work-done/article_1c765b87-ec38-50fa-a991-c28efe69a0dc.html
PeaceHealth plans more than 180 layoffs in Lane County (OR)

http://www.union-bulletin.com/news/northwest/peacehealth-plans-more-than-layoffs-in-
lane-county/article_4c625ef9-98f4-589f-900d-48dbb0c82674.html
New mosquito trap smart enough to keep just the bad bugs
http://www.spokesman.com/stories/2017/feb/20/new-mosquito-trap-smart-enough-to-
keep-just-the-ba/
Almost 2,000 opioid-related deaths in Massachusetts show fentanyl dangers rising

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/2000-opioid-related-deaths-massachusetts-show-fentanyl-
dangers/story?id=45630943&cid=clicksource_26_null_bsq_hed
Study sees U.S. life expectancy falling further behind other countries
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/us-life-expectancy-expected-to-fall-further-behind-other-
countries/
Homeopathic remedies harmed hundreds of babies, families say, as FDA investigated for years
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2017/02/22/homeopathic-remedies-harmed-hundreds-
babies-families-say-as-fda-investigated-for-years.html
GOP Seeks Reduction In Health Law's 10 Essential Benefits

http://knkx.org/post/gop-seeks-reduction-health-laws-10-essential-benefits

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_HEALTH_OVERHAUL_TWO_AMERICAS?
China fights new wave of bird-flu virus as dozens die

http://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/china-fights-new-wave-of-bird-flu-virus-as-
dozens-die/
London coughing through winter as air pollution makes people sick

http://www.seattletimes.com/nation-world/london-coughing-through-winter-as-air-
pollution-makes-people-sick/
Honey Bees May Be Harmed By Crop-Protecting Fungicides

http://kuow.org/post/honey-bees-may-be-harmed-crop-protecting-fungicides
Julie Graham
G
360-810-1628 | www.doh.wa.gov

Attachments: Noise_Brainstorming_1Dec.docx
Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Subject: Accepted: Airplane noise

Subject: Accepted: Discuss noise lit review

Subject: Accepted: discuss noise website rollout

Subject: Accepted: NAS Whidbey Island EIS

Subject: Accepted: noise lit review

Date: Tuesday, November 29, 2016 5:01:36 PM
Attachments: Aircraft-Noise-Children-WhidbeyIs.pdf
Hi Lili,
GMP

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Subject: Airplane noise

Subject: Airplane noise

443-604-7259
Thanks!
Julie

Hello Glen,
Julie

Subject: chat?
Hello Lili,
Want to touch base about noise soon? I think you have a meeting now. How about if give me a ring
when its a good moment? 443-604-7259.
Julie

Attachments: Cover_SummaryOfTheAssociationBetweenNoiseAndHealth.docx

To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: description of the noise project
Hello Sally,
Here is a little more information about us, the project, and our big asks of you (if youre up for it!).
There are plans to increase the naval growler traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. While this may mean
a return to historic levels, it will be more than in recent history. An environmental impact statement
was published in November describing these changes. Modeled noise levels reported in the EIS
indicate that the maximum sound levels (Lmax) would range between 39 and 114 dB across points of
interest on the island outside of the base. A community group has expressed concern about the
noise levels.
WA State Board of Health asked WA Dept of Health (my agency) to conduct a literature review of
health effects of noise exposure to assist them in their evaluation and recommendations about the
proposed scenario. We need to get a final draft to them in early January, and we plan for our review
to be ~5 pages of text. I am working on this with Lili Morris (ccd), who is also an environmental
epidemiologist in our agency. I studied noise a bit as part of my Masters training in industrial
hygiene years ago. My main training is in exposure assessment and environmental/occupational
health, with an emphasis on air quality.
Our asks:
and key literature?
2. Would you be willing to read a draft of our review and provide comments? We plan to have
a draft ready soon after Jan 1.
It is a relatively quick timeline and we want to ensure that we provide the best work possible. Any
assistance you feel you can provide is appreciated!
Thank you,
Julie


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Subject: Discuss noise lit review
Hello Lili,
I just realized I never sent you the calendar invite to chat this morning. Sorry about that!
Julie

Thanks for scheduling a room, Elizabeth! (TC2 Room 530)
Concussion? Take care, Teresa!
Julie

Hello Team,
Thanks,
Julie (& Lili!)

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To: "Nancy Beaudet"
Subject: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Dear Nancy Beaudet,
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
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Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.

Subject: FW: 1 selected item: 16268115 - PubMed
Article by Sally Lusk.
From: Sent by NCBI [mailto:nobody@ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Subject: 1 selected item: 16268115 - PubMed
This message contains search results from the National Center for Biotechnology Information
(NCBI) at the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM). Do not reply directly to this message
Sent on: Mon Dec 12 13:24:10 2016
1 selected item: 16268115
PubMed Results
Item 1 of 1 (Display the citation in PubMed)
1. Arch Environ Health. 2004 Aug;59(8):392-9.
Acute effects of noise on blood pressure

and heart rate.
Lusk SL1, Gillespie B, Hagerty BM, Ziemba RA.
Author information:
1School of Nursing, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-2003, USA.

lusk@umich.edu
Abstract
The authors assessed the acute effects of exposure to noise on systolic and diastolic blood
pressure, and heart rate, among 46 workers in a midwestern auto assembly plant. Workers
wore ambulatory blood pressure monitors and personal noise dosimeters during one work
shift. After adjustment for covariates of cardiovascular function, systolic and diastolic
blood pressure, along with heart rate, were shown to be significantly positively associated
with noise exposure. Although the long-term effect of these associations is not known,
results from other studies suggest that they may be harmful. Replication of this study with a
larger number of subjects, monitored for several days and in a variety of work settings, is

recommended to verify these findings. The results of this and other studies imply that
reducing acute noise exposure reduces cardiovascular stress.
PMID: 16268115 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

Attachments: Stirling Consulting-SCRP No. 2.pdf
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From: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)

To: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH) <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
FYI Lauren, please share with your team.
From: stirlingconsulting@frontier.com [mailto:stirlingconsulting@frontier.com]

To: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH) <Kathy.Lofy@DOH.WA.GOV>
Subject: Aviation Noise Bibliography
Dear Dr. Lofy,
As an historian who works on environmental and public health issues and lives adjacent to the
Navy OLF near Coupeville, I have a keen interest in the issue of aviation noise. Accordingly,
Ive compiled a bibliography containing 800+ citations related to all manner of aviation noise.
Owing to the short timeframe in which to submit comments on the Navys DEIS for the EA-
18G, I decided to issue a draft version of the bibliography which was appended to my
comment letter. Ive also distributed it to numerous interested individuals, organizations, and
agencies, including Island County Health Officer, Dr. Brad Thomas.
I have identified 400+ additional documents of interest, and will issue a final version with a
more comprehensive index and a more detailed subject breakdown. I thought you and your
staff might find my reference work of interest, especially considering your work on the paper
A Summary of the Association Between Noise and Health. Im happy to answer any
questions you might have and I have electronic copies of most of the cited documents that I
can share if you need.

Regards,
Dale A. Stirling
STIRLING CONSULTING
Environmental & Public Health History Services
P.O. Box 280
48 Alexis Lane
Coupeville, WA 98239
360-678-1934
http://www.stirlingconsulting.org
This email and any attachments are confidential and intended for the recipient of this email.
Any unauthorized disclosure, copying, distribution or use is prohibited. If you have received
this email in error, please delete at your earliest convenience.
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To: Brad Thomas, MD
what else you need!
Lauren
assessment.

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Hello Lauren:
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Thanks.

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Hello Lili,
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Visit the website
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Hello, Joanne,
Our best regards,

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Hello Lauren:





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Lauren

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Hi Brad,



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To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Importance: High
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630


Lauren

Director
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Importance: High

Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Importance: High

Thank you!
Lauren

Director
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To: Vincent, Hannah N (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: FW: Noise Report
Hello Hannah,
Heres what Glen wrote. Whats your thought on the next step?
I hope you feel better soon!
Julie

Subject: Noise Report
Good morning,
Please work with Hannah to prepare a title page with DOH logo, publication number and staff
contact information for the noise report. Thanks. GMP

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To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Subject: FW: Noise timeline update
Attachments: Draft project plan 2.docx
I am sending the revised draft for your review. The comments for the DEIS are now to be finalized
prior to the 9th based on Laurens request below.
Glen, given that your staffs work serves primarily to respond to the board of health issue, I think it
can take a different time track. Also with the shortened timeline and the holidays it seems more
reasonable. Also, given our ongoing coordination, Koenraad does not expect that his efforts can be
dependent on completion of the lit review. Glen let me know if you want to make additional
adjustments to the timeline or if we should seek further clarifications from Lauren?
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: RE: Noise timeline update
Clark said that he and Kelly need to review the comments before the 9th, and, depending on the
comments, they will decide at that time whether they need additional agency review before sending
to the govs office on the 9th. Please adjust accordingly!

Director
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(360) 236-3325

Subject: Noise timeline update
Importance: High

Last night, the governors office asked that all the state agencies preparing comments on the EIS
send them our drafts by January 9, in preparation for another agency meeting the week of January 9
and so that they can prepare the governors comments the next week. Please adjust our planning to
account for this timeline. I would like to see our draft comments before we send them to the
governors office. I have a call in to Clark to find out what other review might be necessary prior to
the 9th.
Thanks!
Lauren

Director
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(360)236-3179

Hi Lili,

P.O. Box 47846
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Hi Glen,

Thanks!

(360)236-3179

Subject: FW: noise_health_rvw_final
Here ya go.

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Hi Lauren,
work. GMP

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Subject: FW: Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment
Attachments: Prototype Noise-Attributable Health Impacts Assessment.pdf
FYI ~

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Hi,
Best,
-Rad


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Julie

Julie,
Sally

Best wishes,
Julie

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Hello Lili and Glen,
Noah Seixas of the UW will not be able to offer comment on the noise report.
We have now heard back from all of the experts who we asked to review this paper. We received reviews from Nancy Beaudet (UW) and Sally
Lusk (retired prof of U Michigan), as well as Nancy Bernard (DOH).
Julie

To: Noah Seixas
Best wishes,
Julie

Thanks,
Noah
Hello Noah,
thanks,
Julie

Dear Noah Seixas,







Julie

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Subject: FW: Skagit Valley Herald: State: Jet noise a public health concern
I thought you guys might be interested in seeing your work in the press. J


http://www.goskagit.com/news/state-jet-noise-a-public-health-concern/article_09deb5af-170f-
597c-a9dc-b4d86c4c0af8.html

State: Jet noise a public health concern

By KIMBERLY CAUVEL @Kimberly_SVH
Kimberly Cauvel
Mar 25, 2017

State health agencies are for the first time addressing jet noise as a public heath concern in
response to the Navys draft environmental impact statement, or EIS, for adding more jets at
Whidbey Island Naval Air Station.
The Navy has proposed adding up to 36 EA-18G Growler jets to its fleet at NAS Whidbey. The
draft EIS lists the potential environmental impacts of adding those jets and the related increase in
field operations at Ault Field in Oak Harbor and the Outlying Landing Field in Coupeville.
The draft EIS was released Nov. 11 and the public comment period closed Feb. 24.
A comment letter from the state Department of Health states that jet noise such as that which
occurs in areas near NAS Whidbey could impact public health.
The department reviewed recent studies on health impacts from noise and on jet noise data
collected in the area, according to the comment letter.
Kelie Kahler, spokeswoman for the state Board of Health, said the board was prompted to look
into potential health impacts from jet noise after hearing testimony from the group Citizens of

Ebeys Reserve in June, and receiving a formal complaint from the group in October.
After the Department of Health took its position on the issue of jet noise, the board on March 8
agreed with the position and directed staff to write a similar letter.
The board passed a motion stating:
The Board endorses the Department of Health recommendations to the Navy and directs staff to
draft a letter of recommendation to the Navy to conduct a Health Impact Assessment on the
effects of military jet noise on populations near Navy Air Station Whidbey Island.
It is up to the Navy to decide whether to complete a health impact assessment as part of its final
EIS.
During open houses for the draft EIS, representatives of the Navy said jet noise levels near the
base are not likely to cause hearing loss.
The Department of Healths letter states that research has shown exposure to noise can cause a
variety of health impacts other than hearing loss, including mental health and cardiovascular
issues as a result of sleep disturbance and stress.
Citizens of Ebeys Reserve has long protested the Navys use of the Outlying Landing Field for
training purposes and of the Navys plans to bring more jets to NAS Whidbey.
The group is glad to see the state agencies raise concerns about jet noise, according to a March
news release.
The request for the health impact assessment is recognition that there is a problem. Asking for an
assessment to understand the health implications of military jet noise exposure ... validates citizen
complaints, the release states.
Health impact assessments are part of a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention program
called the Healthy Community Design Initiative, which help states plan projects with community
health in mind, according to the CDC website.
The idea is to bring to light potential health impacts of a project before it is set in motion, similar to
the way an EIS examines environmental impacts.
The CDC has funded several health impact assessments in Washington state.

Joanne M. Snarski
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FYI

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FYI


Clark,
Jim
JIM BAUMGART
Desk: 360.902.0559 | Cell: 360.480.9782

Kelly,


another location
Sincerely,
Jim

JIM BAUMGART
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Subject: FW: Story 21 Feb 2017 - State report finds link between jet noise

Director
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Is there an executive summary or something on this report? I didnt ever see it, so Im just making
stuff up. Maybe I dont need the report.
C4PA is asking for key messages. Thoughts?
Current evidence suggests that the noise levels similar to those reported from the NAS
Whidbey Island Complex pose a threat to public health.
Noise exposure is associated with annoyance, sleep disturbance, cognitive impairment and
adverse cardiovascular outcomes.
Noise levels can affect childrens cognitive abilities.
There have been a limited number of studies, however, findings are based on what we know
right now.


Thatd be me

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Subject: FW: Story 21 Feb 2017 - State report finds link between jet noise
Who would I get information about the Growler specifically the DOH report on jet noise issue
from?
From: Johnson, David G (DOH)

Subject: Story 21 Feb 2017 - State report finds link between jet noise
Liz Do you have a holding statement and/or key message ref the attached story. If so, can you
share it. Dave


1.9.5
reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)

Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.


Koenraad,
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Cooper, Kelly (DOH); Davis, Michelle (DOH)
Subject: FW: Whidbey Jet Noise - A Comprehensive Study
Attachments: Navy Draft EIS- Jay"s comments.docx
FYI

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From: jay.ham@comcast.net [mailto:jay.ham@comcast.net]

Subject: Whidbey Jet Noise - A Comprehensive Study
Dont know if you saw my report but here it is. Its relevant to your public health concerns regarding
NAS Whidbey aviation operations and the proposed increase of them.

Cc: Halvorson, Clark R (DOH); Lofy, Kathy H (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Fwd: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health problems
You're famous! Check out the link to see your fabulous report making a splash on Whidbey
Island!
Lauren
From: "Davis, Michelle (DOH)" <Michelle.Davis@sboh.wa.gov>

Date: February 21, 2017 at 4:03:08 PM PST
Subject: FW: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health
problems

To: Davis, Michelle (DOH) <Michelle.Davis@sboh.wa.gov>; Cooper, Kelly (DOH)
<Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>; Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH) <Liz.Coleman@doh.wa.gov>
Cc: Johnson, David G (DOH) <david.johnson@doh.wa.gov>
Subject: News: State report finds link between jet noise, health problems

FYI
http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/state-report-finds-link-
between-jet-noise-health-problems/

Julie Graham
Strategic Communications - Center for Public Affairs
360-810-1628
Julie.Graham@DOH.WA.GOV


Subject: FYI Noise Article
FYI.
http://www.kiro7.com/news/local/uw-professor-seattle-exposed-to-most-chronically-high-noise-
levels-of-any-city-in-us/475295201
Perhaps the professor mentioned in the article would be a good contact for further discussion?
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

From: Long, Elisabeth (DOH)
Subject: FYI
Date: Tuesday, January 17, 2017 10:54:44 AM
http://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/puget-sound/more-public-comment-allowed-on-
growler-jets-at-whidbey/
Elisabeth Long, Childhood Lead Poisoning Surveillance Epidemiologist

Environmental Epidemiology, Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences
PO Box 47846
(360) 236-3336
elisabeth.long@doh.wa.gov
http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Contaminants/Lead

Attachments: Growler DEIS comments.docx
Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Glen will call Julie @ 443-604-7259.

Date: Wednesday, November 30, 2016 3:48:05 PM
Here is the link to the Whidbey Island NAS EIS: http://www.whidbeyeis.com/

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Subject: Noise Check In

Subject: noise lit review
Hello Lili,
I hope you had happy holidays!
How about if we join up to grab coffee and review the status of the draft and come up with an attack plan?
I saved the draft as v2.
Julie

Attachments: noise_website_script_v3_rc.docx


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To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: noise report now publicly available
Hello Sally,
You can access the report through the link to letter with comments sent to the navy. It starts on
page 6 of the document.
Thanks for your help in reviewing the report! We really appreciate the time that you put into this.
Best wishes,
Julie

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To: "Nancy Beaudet"
Hello Nancy,
put into it.
Cheers,
Julie

To: "Nancy Beaudet"
Hello Nancy,
put into it.
Cheers,
Julie

Subject: noise report
I think that last draft of the noise report looked really good. Lili, that was great work pulling together
the last edits and finishing up the susceptibility section! Thank you.
Glen, do you think this will be at the Board of Health and made publicly available soon?
Julie

Good morning,

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Thanks!
Liz

Hi Glen,
Thanks!

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5-gmp
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v5-gmp.docx
Hey Julie and Lili,

Good work on this paper. Given the amount of time, youve done a great job distilling considerable
information and summarizing it in a clear and concise manner. So, attached are my comments and
edits. From my multiple reads, Ive tried to capture both technical as well as grammatical and
organizational issues. As you are the authors and subject matter experts, I leave it to you to discern
the wheat from the chaff.
Beyond what you presented, I suggest you add additional caveats that articulate the uniqueness of
Growler noise and military operations compared to commercial air ports, along with limitations of
the related literature to help characterize health impacts.
Again, good work. GMP

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v13_KL
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v13_KL.docx
Hi Julie,
I thought we had received all the comments from the Exec Team, but not! Attached are comments I
just received from Kathy Lofy, State Health Officer. I will follow up with Lili next week. GMP

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Subject: noise_health_rvw_draft_v14b
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v14b.docx
Hi Folks,
Well, the noise review is almost out the door. I incorporated two comments and two suggested
edits from agency executive leaders in the attached version, which may not have been the final
version, but was the latest version I had. Please take a look and lets talk. Good work. GMP

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Hello Elizabeth,
I like the way the way this reads and the topics that you provided! Here are some suggested edits
and comments. Id be up for another round of edits if youd like.
Thanks for meeting yesterday! I found that to be super helpful.
Julie

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Fox, Julie R (DOH) <julie.fox@doh.wa.gov>;
Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>; Patrick, Glen (DOH)
then.
Liz

To: "lusk@umich.edu"
Subject: offer noise expertise?
I was recently asked to draft a brief literature review (~5 pages) of the health effects of noise to
inform our State Board of Health. This is in response to concerns about noise exposures among
community members living near a naval base with jets that are regularly in flight.
I discussed this with Todd Schoonover, who works for Washington Dept of Labor and Industries.
Todd recalled a lecture you presented at the U of Michigan and suggested you would be a good
person to contact.
who could take a look at the bibliography of sources we are using for our review to ensure that we
have incorporated key literature, and also potentially read a draft of our review. Unfortunately this is
on a short timeline spanning the holidays, and the report must be finalized in early January.
Best wishes,
Julie

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Got it!
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susceptible pops?
Julie

Hi Julie,

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Bow, Karen M (DOH)

Subject: RE: update on the susceptibility edits
2.IcarefullyreadtheDawesetal.(2014)andNormuraetal.(2005)articles.Theybothcomparehearinglossinsmokers
versenonsmokers,butthemechanismforhearinglossisnotnoiseexposure.Thereisevidencethatsmokingaffects
circulation,whichcanleadtohearingloss.Dawesmakesastatementthattheyarelookingforanassociationbetween
smokingandhearinglossindependentofknownriskfactorsincludingnoiseexposure.Themajorityofthestudies
consideredintheNormurametaanalysisdonotconsidernoiseexposure.Basner(2015)doespresent2studiesthatfind
significantlyhigherhearinglossinsmokersinoccupationalsettingsthannonsmokers.Maybeweshouldremove
smokersasasusceptiblepopulationbecausethepathwayseemstobeindependentofnoiseinsomestudies.Itcould
getcomplicatedtryingtoclarifythissuccinctly.Wealsocometotheconclusionthathearinglossisgenerallynot
associatedwithaircraftnoise,soapopulationparticularlysusceptibletohearinglossmightnotbethatrelevanttoour
objectives?

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HelloLili,
Afterreadingthroughthesusceptibilitysectionandfindinganarticleaboutsusceptibilityfromnoise(vanKamp
NoiseHealth2013),Imtakingadifferentapproachtothatsection.VanKampmakesthepointthatwhilealotof
articlescitesusceptiblegroups,therearentmanypublishedstudiesthatweredesignedtodeterminethis.Iagree;Ive
beenlookingforresearchthatcomparesnoiseinonesubgroupsvs.othersforeachoftheselistedsusceptibilitiesand
havefoundverylittle.Thesmokingliteratureofsmokersvs.nonsmokersseemstogetatthisbest.Itseemslikelythat
theothergroupsaresusceptibletonoise.
Ireworkedthatsectionquiteabitandmadelotsofnotesforseveralreferencestobeadded.Alloftherefsaresavedin
thePubMedbibliography.Certainlydoeditthissection!(Iattachedthelatestdraftanditssavedinourfileinthemain
folderforNoiseHealthRvwDrafts.
Somelingeringitems.
1) Ihaventbeenabletofindagoodreferencethatdiscussessusceptibilityinpeoplewithpreexisting
cardiovasculardisease,andIthoughtthatwouldbeagoodhealtheffecttochooseforthephysicalillness
susceptibility.Canyoufindanythingfromthecardiolityouvereadandaddsomethinghere?Ifthereisnta
goodcardioexample,wemightbeabletouseoneofthestudiescitedinvanKampNoiseHealth2013about
peoplewithrespiratoryillness,thoughImalittlereluctanttobringinanewhealtheffectinthissection.

1
2) Forthebulletaboutsmoking,IamwaitingontheNormuraPrevMed2005articlethere,andtheabstractisa
littlevague.Imcuriousifthepositiveassocisjustcurrentsmokersvs.nonsmokers,orcurrentandeversmokers
vs.nonsmokers.Theyalsoreport3riskratiosbasedonstudydesign,whichIthinkarethepooledestimates
from8studiesdividedup,buttheyonlyhad1casecontrolstudy.Canyouorderthisarticletoo?Ithinkyou
likelywillbeabletoaddressthisfasterthanme.

3) IalsodidntgetachancetotacklethelasteditsGlensentusonFriday.

ItoldGlenIdgetyoutwoadraftbutdecidedtoholdoffonsendingittohimwiththeattentionthisstillneeds.(FYIifhe
asks.)Imsorrytoleavetheseitemsincomplete!Illcontinuetocheckinmoreaboutitintheweek,butitseemslike
thereisapushtogetitoutquicklynow.Imcertainlycomfortablewithyourollingaheadwithoutme.
Enjoythesnowandstaywarm!
Julie
2
Subject: RE: Aircraft noise and health impacts on Whidbey Island
Interesting! Noise exposure is something Ive studied in the past. What involvement would you like
me to have in this?
~Julie

Hi Lili,
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Subject: Cover Page
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Best,

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Hi Hannah,
Thank you so much for this! Just 2 really minor things if we still have time to make changes. Could
we make the font consistent between the text and the cover page, and could we remove the title
above Executive Summary on the first page? If its too late thats totally fine.
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Hi Hannah,
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From: Sally Lusk
Hello Sally,
for it!).
may mean a return to historic levels, it will be more than in recent history. An environmental
impact statement was published in November describing these changes. Modeled noise
levels reported in the EIS indicate that the maximum sound levels (Lmax) would range
between 39 and 114 dB across points of interest on the island outside of the base. A
community group has expressed concern about the noise levels.
quality.
Our asks:

and key literature?
Thank you,
Julie
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To: "Sally Lusk"
Subject: RE: description of the noise project
Thank you for sharing it! We thought we might also see if there are other groups that have provided
position statements on noise, like the AMA and APHA.
Thank you!
Julie

Hello Sally,
for it!).

quality.
Our asks:
and key literature?
Thank you,
Julie

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Thank you!
Julie


Hello Sally,
up for it!).
Our asks:

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To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH)
Subject: RE: discuss noise website rollout
number. Or if Heather or Anne are around they can also get the document and link on the
web.
Canada).
Hello All,
It sounds like we will be able to get the general noise webpage with a link to the report and
letter posted online tomorrow.
posted?
Thanks,
Julie

To: Lohr, Teresa (DOH)
Cc: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Re: discuss noise website rollout
What? No. Conference calls are not a part of brain rest. We need your brain. Actually rest it!
(Email is also not a part of brain rest!)
On Feb 28, 2017, at 8:25 AM, Lohr, Teresa (DOH) <Teresa.Lohr@DOH.WA.GOV> wrote:
number. Or if Heather or Anne are around they can also get the document and link on
the web.

Canada).

Hello All,

It sounds like we will be able to get the general noise webpage with a link to the report
and letter posted online tomorrow.

posted?

Thanks,
Julie


To: Nancy Beaudet
Cc:
Subject:
Patrick,
- - -Glen - (DOH);
-- - Morris,
-- Lillian
-- M (DOH); ---- -- -----
RE: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hello Nancy,
Thank you for taking the time to carefully consider and review our noise health report draft! We very much appreciate your comments. We're
working to quickly to finalize the report now.
Best wishes!
Julie
From: Nancy Beaudet [beaudet@uw.edu]

Cc: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Kyle Walsh; ckarr; Nancy Beaudet
Subject: Re: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hi Julie,
Dear Nancy Beaudet,



3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you believe are critical to add? (Heads up:
were already over our intended page limit.)




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From: Nancy Beaudet
Cc:
Subject:
Patrick,
- - -Glen - (DOH);
-- - Morris,
-- Lillian
-- M (DOH); ---- -- -----
Re: draft report on health effects of noise for your review
Hi Julie,
Dear Nancy Beaudet,



1) Did we accurately capture the current understanding of the health effects of
noise? Do our conclusions align with current published literature?
2) Does our reference list encompass the body of scientific literature on this
subject?
3) Are there other important concepts/topics that we neglected and that you
believe are critical to add? (Heads up: were already over our intended page limit.)




Julie

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Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.

Hello Koenraad,
Nice work!
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:

Lillian and Julie:

here. It is
file.

If youve got time today, Id love to hear the scoop! How about if you call me when youre ready
after 1 pm? 443-604-7259
Julie

Hi Julie,
I can chat today! I have meetings until 1, but Im free all afternoon. You can give me a call anytime,
or we can pick a time for me to call you. I am also here all day tomorrow if that is easier.

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Indeed, that's the paragraph I meant. I especially like how succinctly you captured the limitations in last
few sentences. Maybe this only needs three more sentences covering an introduction, conclusion and
perhaps sensitive pops (?) to be an exec summary.
We've already expanded on the military aircraft limitations in the conclusions, maybe we could expand on
the dose-response and pathways idea in the conclusions too.
Go with it if you have another idea!
I agree, keeping the exec summary to one paragraph would be good.

health effects.

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Julie

Good morning!

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Julie

Importance: High
Thank you!
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To: Sally Lusk
Subject: RE: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn Equipment
Attachments: ~WRD000.jpg
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image002.jpg
Thank you, Sally. It was nice to chat with you!
Julie

already seen it. I was pleased he sent the link to his editorial. Of course if what he recommends
already existed, your work would be done!

Sally
widely.What Is a Safe Noise Level for the Public? This specifically mentions the AAN Policy
Statement on noise. I hope that will be revised to discuss the safe noise level for the public and the
importance of protecting hearing by preventing noise exposure in the public. (Im convinced based on
a handful of studies of auditory acuity in primitive populations, most from the 1960s, that significant
hearing loss with age is not part of the normal physiological aging process but rather NIHL. I can
share PDFs of these articles with you if you want.
2. I am Founding Board Chair of a new umbrella anti-noise organization, The Quiet Coalition. We are
a loose consortium of individuals and groups working together to make the world a quieter place, each
of us with our own focus on one aspect or another of noise and hearing issues.

Daniel

Subject: Hammacher Schlemmer: Encouraging Kids to Like Noisy Lawn Equipment
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Subject: RE: high frequency sentence
Yikes, Im glad that you caught the extra order of magnitude!
Ill put in the sentence as you suggested.
Julie

Subject: high frequency sentence
Hi Julie,
I believe you were citing this sentence from the reference included in our high frequency
definition:
Environmental noise usually consists of sound signals with a broad spectrum, covering
both the low frequency region, say between 20 Hz and 200 Hz (various definitions of the LF
region exist), and the higher frequency region up to about 5 or 10 kHz.
We could change our sentence to:
High frequency is generally defined as up to 5,000 or 10,000 Hz.
Looks like we had an extra 0 when converting 5 KHz to Hz!

Let me know if you need any help with the vulnerable populations sections.

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From: Lili Morris
Subject: Re: noise annoyance papers
Foertsch K, Davies P. The number-of-events as a predictor variable in aircraft noise annoyance models.Partn Proj. 2013;24.
"Situational variables include, e.g., time spent at home, exposure to noise at work,
soundproofing at home, and general state of health."
Noise and Health in Vulnerable Groups: A Review
"Finally, Babisch showed that people with prevalent chronic diseases run a slightly higher risk of heart
diseases as a result of traffic noise than those without heart diseases.[33]"
(33 -Transportation noise and cardiovascular risk: Updated review and synthesis of epidemiological
studies indicate that the evidence has increased.)
"The prospective part of the Caerphilly and Speedwell studies gave a small hint that health status could
be a modifying factor. In subjects with prevalent chronic diseases, road traffic noise was associated with a
slightly larger increase in the incidence (new cases) of ischaemic heart diseases than in subjects without
prevalent diseases - when the objective noise level was considered.[91]Surprisingly, when annoyance
and disturbances due to traffic noise were considered for exposure, the opposite was found. Noise effects
were only seen in subjects without prevalent diseases. This was discussed with respect to reporting bias."
Cardiovascular effects of environmental noise: Research in the United

Kingdom
Chronically ill individuals have also been described a susceptiblepopulation

(Van Kamp 2013). for example...
On Mon, Feb 6, 2017 at 3:39 PM, Morris, Lillian M (DOH) <lillian.morris@doh.wa.gov>

wrote:
Foertsch K, Davies P. The number-of-events as a predictor variable in aircraft noise

annoyance models. Partn Proj. 2013;24.

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Hi Julie,
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Good suggestions thanks!

Hi Liz,
Overall, I think it looks really good. I have a few minor suggestions attached.
Thanks!

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To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
then.
Liz

To: Cunningham, Rad N (DOH)
Subject: RE: noise on the web
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Subject: RE: Noise Paper
Thanks for this information, Glen! Yes, you will have our final draft by noon on Friday.
Julie

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To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Vincent, Hannah N (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: RE: Noise Report
Thats right, I hadnt requested a publication number for the report either. Thanks to both of you for
getting this rolling.
Glen, you might want to look over the document too. For Qs 7 and 9:
Do we want the report to be displayed on the internet?
What are the locations for storing the publication? (options: DOH Warehouse, DOH other location,
Dept of Printing/Fulfillment, Online)
Thanks,
Julie

Hi Hannah,
I am attaching the completed document, but Im not sure about #7 and #9.
Thanks!

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Good morning Hannah,
Julie please correct me if Im wrong, but I do not think we have requested a publication number. The
title of the report is A Summary of the Association Between Noise and Health. Thanks for your help
with this!

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Ill set it up the way we set up reports for Site Assessments and see if thats what you want. Have
you already requested a publication number? If not, Ill take care of it, but I need the exact title,
please.
Thanks

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Julie

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Good morning Hannah,
Julie please correct me if Im wrong, but I do not think we have requested a publication number. The
title of the report is A Summary of the Association Between Noise and Health. Thanks for your help
with this!

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please.

Thanks

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Julie

Good morning,

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Subject: RE: Noise Rept Update
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To: Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: RE: Noise Review
Hello Glen,
Here is the draft with my last changes, as version v14. Im finished reviewing until we hear back
from you or others.
Lili, the main thing I changed is to switch to exposure-response relationship instead of dose-
response. Before we had it both ways in the text, likely because literature is inconsistent about this.
Noise is a little unusual but I think exposure-response is more correct. If either of you feel strongly
we can switch it back to dose-response.
Julie

Subject: Noise Review
Hi Glen,
Attached is our final draft of the noise review. Julie is considering making some very minor changes
to some references tomorrow morning, but will have those submitted to you before noon. Thank
you for your guidance on this project!
Best,

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To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH)
Date: Thursday, March 02, 2017 6:54:00 AM
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Hi Julie,
I addressed Glens first comment in v4_LM. Feel free to take it or leave it.

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I saved an updated v4 with my initials. I used language I found on the CDC page for the first comment, and just
changed some of the wording for the second comment.

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Subject: RE: noise_health_rvw_final
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Hi Lauren,
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accurate enough.
information.
Thanks!
Liz

Hi Elizabeth,
report:

navy in the EIS

across individuals.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

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So what is the difference between a literature review and a literature summary?

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report:

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across individuals.
needed.
Best,
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To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Hello Lauren,
Even though a literature review does not indicate something as formal as a meta-analysis and there
is a range of opinions of what it entails, we feel that a literature review would suggest to many
people that we evaluated a comprehensive body of the best primary sources on a subject. We dont
want to be misleading, because instead of primary sources, we evaluated mostly review articles. We
did this because we knew we could not incorporate all of the literature on the subject within the
time period and we didnt feel we had the expertise to know which of the hundreds of articles are
the best or most reflective of the noise research literature.
Lili, do you want to add to that? I know youve thought about this more as you have published a
meta-analysis.
Im starting to work on text for a noise website today.
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Hi Elizabeth,
report:
navy in the EIS

across individuals.
needed.

Best,
Lili and Julie

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To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
In other words, we think that literature summary is a more generic way to refer to our report that
wont be misleading.
Julie

To: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Hello Lauren,
meta-analysis.
Julie


Director
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Hi Elizabeth,
report:
navy in the EIS

across individuals.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

Thank you! J

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In other words, we think that literature summary is a more generic way to refer to our report that
wont be misleading.
Julie

Hello Lauren,
meta-analysis.

Julie


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Hi Elizabeth,
report:

navy in the EIS

across individuals.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

To: Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Lohr, Teresa (DOH)
clarity is tricky.
Thank you,
Julie

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accurate enough.

information.
Thanks!
Liz

Hi Elizabeth,
report:
navy in the EIS


across individuals.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Lohr, Teresa (DOH)
them to it.
Liz

clarity is tricky.
Thank you,
Julie


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accurate enough.
information.
Thanks!
Liz

Hi Elizabeth,

report:
navy in the EIS

across individuals.
needed.
Best,

Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179

To: Lohr, Teresa (DOH); Coleman, Elizabeth (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH)
Hello Teresa and Elizabeth,
Update: Were sending around the text for the noise website for a couple of people in our office to review
and then well get you to take a look at it too.
Elizabeth, you mentioned youd like to post the letter and the noise website with the report link this
Monday morning. Do you want the new general noise website, report and letter all to be posted in one
place at the same time?
Im hopeful its OK that were taking a little time to work on this. (?)
Julie


them to it.
Liz

clarity is tricky.
Thank you,
Julie

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accurate enough.
information.
Thanks!
Liz

Hi Elizabeth,
report:
navy in the EIS


across individuals.
needed.
Best,
Lili and Julie

(360)236-3179


Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Got it! Im on it.

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Julie


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,


(360)236-3179

Julie

Good morning,

(360)236-3179

Subject: RE: ready
Im out of the document now. I just saved it as v12.
Ill be back in a few!

Subject: RE: ready
I am working from v11 and just closed it. I re-shuffled the first few paragraphs to flow better. Feel
free to change it back. I dont think I made changes to the noise measurement section except
possibly some really minor things

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Subject: ready
Hello Lili,
I think Im ready to paste in my sections!
Did we have changes in the Noise Measurement section since draft 9? (I made some changes there
too.)
Ill look at Koenraads stuff after I get these in.

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Thanks Nancy! We really appreciate the time youve taken to give this consideration.
Thanks for the book offer too. I wont be back in the office until Thursday but I could swing by your cube.
Julie

Nancy

Hello Nancy,
Julie

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To: Sally Lusk
Hello Sally,
Thank you very much for taking the time to consider our report carefully! We appreciate your comments.
We will be happy to share a final draft with you.
Thank you,
Julie

Hello Julie, et al,
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
literature?
Julie

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From: Sally Lusk
Hello Julie, et al,
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
for your review!

Julie
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Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Hello Lili,
Julie

I look forward to hearing about it! All is well here.
Julie

Hi Julie,

(360)236-3179

Hello Lili,
Julie

Wow!
Im in now and ready. How about if you swing by when youre ready to touch base?
Julie


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Hello Lili,
Julie

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: RE: very rough draft of lit review
Here are a couple minor thoughts for your consideration:

Under each of the health effects, you cite complexities and challenges. Based on the
audience, you may want to reframe to uncertainties and limitations.
The section titled Noise from Growlers on Whidbey Island may be better served to follow
the Sound/Noise Measurement section. It appears that your document flow will educate
and then inform with details.
Good stuff!
Joanne M. Snarski
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Mobile: 360.481.9630

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH) <Glen.Patrick@DOH.WA.GOV>; Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
<Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>
Julie (& Lili)

Thanks Koenraad!
For the EIS summary in our draft, we pulled the data from Table 3.2-2. This is on page 117 of the
browser, or 3-29 of the report pagination. This is supposed to be an average year, and we assume
that is is with the full proposal adopted (rather than one of the scenarios for partial adaptation), or
at least thats what were looking for. How do we refer to this condition?
Julie

1.9.5
reviewed:

Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.


Koenraad,
Julie

Hello Koenraad,
Julie





1.9.5
reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.



Koenraad,
Julie

Wouldnt dream of answering that rhetorical question. Good job you two.
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Hello Koenraad,

Julie




1.9.5

reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.


Koenraad,
Julie

Subject: RE: Whidbey Noise
Thanks Lili!
I do have remote access to the S drive; thats a great idea for a spot to share references! I just
started a folder at: S:/EPH/EH_Share/Noise Lili Julie.
Julie

Hi Julie,

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Subject: RE: WHO 2011 Report
Thanks much

Subject: WHO 2011 Report
Hi Koenraad,
Attached is the 2011 WHO report. We are saving articles in this folder: S:\EPH\EH_Share\Noise Lili
Julie\Articles.

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Subject: ready
Hello Lili,
I think Im ready to paste in my sections!
Did we have changes in the Noise Measurement section since draft 9? (I made some changes there
too.)
Ill look at Koenraads stuff after I get these in.

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Julie

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Dear Catherine Karr,
I know that you did not commit to reviewing a draft of our literature review of health effects of noise within our time period, but I
thought I would share this with you in case you are able to offer a comment.
Lillian Morris (ccd) and I wrote this at the request of the State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air
traffic on Whidbey Island, WA. (Ive also ccd my supervisor, Glen Patrick.)
We welcome your comments and edits in general. Specifically, we would like comments about these items:
Julie

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To: "Sally Lusk"
Dear Sally Lusk,
the request of the Washington State Board of Health in response to the proposed increases in naval air traffic on Whidbey Island,
Julie

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Hello Lili,
Julie

Subject: search for noise expert
Hello Joanne and Glen,
Heres a quick recap of my search noise expert.
I contacted Todd Schoonover at SHARP, who forwarded me to Dave Bonauto, who is also at SHARP.
Both said that they didnt feel they had expertise in general health effects of noise exposure.
Todd Schoonover connected me with Sally Lusk, who is a Professor Emerita in the School of Nursing
at the University of Michigan. Sally has published several peer-reviewed papers about noise.
http://nursing.umich.edu/faculty-staff/sally-l-lusk
I emailed Sally some background on why and how we are conducting this lit review. She is in St.
Martin but is interested in providing us with assistance and understands our timeline. We discussed
that she would take a look at our reference list and review a draft of our report before it is finalized.
I will continue to look for a few other noise experts to review a future draft of our report.
Julie

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Hey Lili,
General findings
Julie

Subject: timeline for noise report
Hello Glen,
Lili and I just want to clarify the timeline for the noise report. The final is due on Tues, Jan 17.
You said you would like to see a draft before then.
Is the 17th day it be sent to Lauren and others internally, or the day it will go out to the State Board
of Health?
Thanks,
Julie

Hello Lili,
days)
that one?
articles until Wed.
Julie

Date: Sunday, February 05, 2017 9:44:55 PM
Attachments: noise_health_rvw_draft_v15_JF.docx
Hello Lili,
After reading through the susceptibility section and finding an article about susceptibility from noise
(van Kamp NoiseHealth 2013), Im taking a different approach to that section. Van Kamp makes
the point that while a lot of articles cite susceptible groups, there arent many published studies that
were designed to determine this. I agree; Ive been looking for research that compares noise in one
subgroups vs. others for each of these listed susceptibilities and have found very little. The smoking
literature of smokers vs. non-smokers seems to get at this best. It seems likely that the other groups
are susceptible to noise.
I reworked that section quite a bit and made lots of notes for several references to be added. All of
the refs are saved in the PubMed bibliography. Certainly do edit this section! (I attached the latest
draft and its saved in our file in the main folder for Noise Health Rvw Drafts.
Some lingering items.
1) I havent been able to find a good reference that discusses susceptibility in people with pre-
existing cardiovascular disease, and I thought that would be a good health effect to choose
for the physical illness susceptibility. Can you find anything from the cardio lit youve read
and add something here? If there isnt a good cardio example, we might be able to use one
of the studies cited in van Kamp NoiseHealth 2013 about people with respiratory illness,
though Im a little reluctant to bring in a new health effect in this section.

2) For the bullet about smoking, I am waiting on the Normura PrevMed 2005 article there,
and the abstract is a little vague. Im curious if the positive assoc is just current smokers vs.
nonsmokers, or current and ever smokers vs. nonsmokers. They also report 3 risk ratios
based on study design, which I think are the pooled estimates from 8 studies divided up, but
they only had 1 case-control study. Can you order this article too? I think you likely will be
able to address this faster than me.

3) I also didnt get a chance to tackle the last edits Glen sent us on Friday.

I told Glen Id get you two a draft but decided to hold off on sending it to him with the attention this
still needs. (FYI if he asks.) Im sorry to leave these items incomplete! Ill continue to check in more
about it in the week, but it seems like there is a push to get it out quickly now. Im certainly
comfortable with you rolling ahead without me.
Enjoy the snow and stay warm!
Julie

Hello Lili,
Julie

Julie (& Lili)

Hello Glen,
Plan:

Nancy Bernard (DOH)
Nancy Beaudet (UW)
Julie

To: DOH DL EPH OEPHS All
Subject: Weekly Report: Office of Environmental Public Health Sciences

January 26 February 1, 2017
Childhood Lead Poisoning data now available Since 2012, we have been unable to provide recent
information about children in Washington tested for lead poisoning. Our data has not been accessible
because the database that previously held the childhood lead data reached the end of its life several years
ago. In addition, we have had only paper copies of a large proportion of the data reported from 2012 through
the beginning of 2016. We have just completed a major project to compile and clean all the childhood lead
poisoning data from 1993 through the third quarter of 2016. We imported approximately 240,000 test results
from various locations into a single Stata dataset. Stata is a temporary repository for the data as we
transition to WDRS. Having all of this data in one place allows us to use current data to guide public health
decisions.
WTN used for public health action - Highlights of the quarterly Public Health Action Report submitted to
the CDC included the use of WTN maps by the Emergency Preparedness and Response Office in their
Incident Management Team (IMT) in order to aid in the mumps outbreak response. Another was WTNs
involvement in Radon Action Month, which included social media postings. Google Analytics data showed
that WTNs page views for the radon measures increased substantially in January. During a 1-week period in
January, there were 208 page views for radon measures compared to 52 page views during a 1-week period
in December.
Limited English proficiency measures in Washington State - WTNs language measures were featured
in a newsletter article that our National Environmental Public Health Tracking publishes and distributes to all
states that participate in the tracking program. We developed the measures to show where those with
Limited English proficiency live in Washington State. The measures are now being used by a variety of
agencies in our state, as well as our Emergency Preparedness and Response Office here at DOH.
Preparation for community meeting at Whidbey Island - Staff participated in the PFAS drinking water
investigation Open House meeting in preparation for a community meeting at Whidbey Island. We provided
input on key message development, and posters on sampling, health advisory, and health effects. Staff will

participate in community meetings February 15-16, 2017.
Exposure investigation for the Port Townsend Paper site - Staff completed discussions with the Agency
for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) regarding a community-based exposure investigation
(EI) for the Port Townsend Paper (PTP) site located in Jefferson County. We are submitting a formal
request to ASTDR to conduct the EI. The purpose of the investigation is to conduct air monitoring in and
around the city of Port Townsend in response to community health concerns of PTP emissions. The air
modeling conducted by ATSDR in 2016 will help us select appropriate monitoring locations and types of
testing. Ecology, who permits PTP emissions, will be providing a letter in support of the EI.
Climate & Health Conference at UW - On Friday, we attended the Climate & Health conference at the
University of Washington, presenting on DOH program areas that are incorporating climate change into
public health core services.
Climate Change
Dr. Joe Casola from the UW Climate Impacts Group and a graduate student, Dani Ziff, are
conducting Climate Adaptation Focus Groups with state agencies. We will hold 2-3 Focus Groups at
DOH. The first one is on February 9th. They are also administering a web-based questionnaire to a
convenience sample of state agency staff, which anyone is free to take. Please contact Marnie
Boardman for a link to the survey.
Along with the Shellfish Certification and Licensing program, we are contributing to an effort UW
SPH is leading to apply for an NIH / NSA grant that would establish a Center of Ocean and Human
Health at the UW with a focus on vibrio. Other groups at the UW are also applying for these funds,
including another effort that may be focused on harmful algal blooms.
Environmental Epidemiology Program
Staff participated in the Tableau pilot project kickoff meeting with Health Tech to learn about the
schedule and approach for migrating WTN data displays into a Tableau framework. The pilot project
is scheduled to run through June.
Staff participated in the CHAT user training which was an opportunity for us to speak with local
health jurisdictions about the Portal and Information by Location (IBL) functionality of WTN.
We made changes to the WTN Welcome page in the data portal to direct users to the new Search
button. This new search function has a tentative rollout date of February.
For Radon Action Month, WTN staff submitted a Daily Dose item that included an infographic.
We coordinated with the Office of Environmental Health & Safety and air quality staff at the
Department of Ecology to draft a health communication program about air quality burn bans and
health. This will be on a Spanish radio program on February 2 at 9:00am.
Pesticide Program
We presented at WSUs annual 2-day Pesticide Applicator Recertification Training course in Mill
Creek and Tumwater. The presentations focused on acute & chronic health effects of pesticide
exposure, with a focus on herbicides. Pesticide case examples were used to highlight different
exposure scenarios and hazards. Exposure prevention was emphasized.
Toxicology Program
Staff participated in a Public Workshop on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFASs)

in Carpets, Rugs, Indoor Upholstered Furniture, and Their Care and Treatment Products.
Representatives from the industry, government agencies, and academia presented the use of PFAS
in carpet and furniture applications. The industry has shifted from long-chain to short-chain based
products. The shift purportedly provides key benefits to consumers and are intended to be safe for
their use. The general consensus about the use of this class of compounds is that they do not
present toxicity concerns for humans and for the environment.
We provided assistance to a constituent group regarding VOC emissions from mattresses

(specifically those with memory foam).
We reviewed a manuscript on overexposure to mercury in fisherman populations from fleets

catching tuna.
We reviewed a manuscript on exposure to arsenic in drinking water in the Middle East.
As part of the LOTT study on reclaimed water, we reviewed the:

1) The Revised Wastewater and Reclaimed Water Technical Report
2) The Revised Surface Water Technical Report
3) A Revised Response to Comments for the Surface Water Technical Memo
4) The Revised Groundwater Technical Report
We completed a review of the environmental impact study for Growler airfield operations at Naval
Air Station, Whidbey Island Complex.
We reviewed and commented on draft documentation pertaining to the health effects of noise
literature that the office was preparing for the Board of Health.
As part of the Nicotine Measurement Standards group, we worked on, met about, and reviewed the
nicotine measurement standards document being formulated for rule to existing law.
We provided a summary of RIVM (National Institute for Public Health and the Environment) report
pertaining to the health risks of playing sports on synthetic turf containing crumb rubber in the
Netherlands.
Zoonotic Disease Program
We interviewed candidates for the tick technician position and are in the final candidate selection
phase.
We are working on report drafts for leptospirosis surveillance, tick surveillance, and Nisqually
mosquito collections.
We are working on project protocol and training binders that will be ready for each seasonal
technician when they come on board.
We provided stereo microscope recommendations to Clark County Mosquito Control, who are
planning to purchase a good scope for mosquito identification work.
We were approved for a travel grant to attend the 2017 CSTE conference in Boise, ID from June 4-
8.
We spoke with a representative from the Port of Anacortes about trapping of mosquitoes on Port
property. We arranged for ZD staff to visit with Port authorities in Anacortes on March 6.
We participated in an ASTHO-sponsored Vector Control workgroup call as part of a workgroup

made up of state public health entomologists and ASTHO personnel to update the 2005 ASTHO

publication Public Health Confronts the Mosquito.
We met to review the current status of the ZD database.
We are working on writing drafts of tick manuscripts for publication.

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Koenraad,
Julie

To: Marin, Koenraad (DOH); Fox, Julie R (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Patrick, Glen (DOH)
Subject: Whidbey NAS DEIS Briefing
Please hold this time for a briefing from the Navy on the DEIS. They will also have one of their noise modeling experts and a health audiologist
available to answer questions we may have. They will provide some additional pre-meeting material as well.

Hello Team,
Thanks,
Julie (& Lili!)

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Hi everyone:
Joanne:
Lillian and Julie:

file.

Lauren

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Lauren:
Donna

Lauren

Director
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Thanks.

Lauren

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Hello, Joanne,
Our best regards,

Elaine

Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-553-2966

Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Thanks!
Lauren


included.


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Subject: FW: Growler letter
FYI
Joanne M. Snarski
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Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: RE: Growler letter
You can share this summary now. The rest of the comments are still under review.
1. Assure NOISEMAP model estimates are applicable for use at NASW. Estimates of
exposure to noise from aircraft operations to the residents within the surrounding
communities were derived from Department of Defense computer modeling software
entitled NOISEMAP. Although the NOISEMAP model has been previously validated based on
pressure levels (A weighted) below 65dB. The EIS should indicate whether any
information has been identified in the last 35 years to support or question the use of
65dB within the model as the lowest range when investigating impacts from noise.
A discussion also needs to be included pertaining to the remaining (not insignificant)
13% of the population that do find these levels annoying and how this portion of the
population was addressed within the model.

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Subject: Growler letter
EPA contacted me this morning and they are interested in seeing our comments for
the DEIS. Have you identified a timeline for completing our comment letter and
when can we share it with EPA?
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: FW: How"d I do summarizing?
Attachments: Growler_EIS_Letter_Lauren_1-17.docx
Keeping you in the loop. Lauren came by about an hour ago and wanted me to go over her text
below. I made comments and they are in the attached word file.

Subject: RE: How'd I do summarizing?

Cc: Snarski, Joanne (DOH)
Subject: How'd I do summarizing?
1. Assure that the NOISEMAP model is appropriate for this use. Estimates of exposure to
noise from aircraft operations to the residents within the surrounding communities were
why efforts were not made to validate the multiple estimates provided for the various
metrics with actual noise measurements.
and the model estimates need to be compared against these actual values to
identify the models predictive nature.
b. Describe how NOISEMAP has been updated to reflect recent research findings.
Particularly describe how the modelling software has been updated within the
health outcomes arena, as the text indicates the most recent citation to be from
1992. Also, in 1980 it was determined that 87% of the population was not annoyed
by sound pressure levels (A weighted) below 65dB. Since this is a noticeable
difference from what individuals are usually exposed to (50-55dB), detail needs to be
provided to indicate that no information has been identified in the last 35 years to
support or question the use of 65dB within the model as the lowest range when
investigating impacts from noise. A discussion also needs to be included pertaining
to the remaining (not insignificant) 13% of the population that do find these levels
annoying and how this portion of the population was addressed within the model.

2. Improve description of current state of science around noise and public health.

a. Describe and conduct a comprehensive, systematic review of the literature. The
document does not describe a systematic process for including articles in the
literature review. We are aware of a significant number of directly relevant articles
that were not included.
the model, although the World Health Organization (2011) has already suggested a
dose-response algorithm for cardiovascular risk due to the increased observance in
recent years of findings associating noise exposure to hypertension and CHD.
c. Expand interpretation of odds ratios beyond effect size. If an odds ratio is
statistically significant, it needs to be considered further. Once determined that an
odds ratio is statistically significant, the strength of association can be discussed in
terms of the percentage of the population that could be affected. In addition, even
if the effect size is small, a statistically significant odds ratio from a well-defined
study that has adjusted for possible confounding may indicate that a sensitive
population is being affected and this would need to be evaluated and discussed.
d. Expand review to include of effects from noise to include other noise sources
beyond aircraft. It is unclear why literature from other noise sources which can
result in similar effects were not considered. It would seem prudent to include the
effects from other noise sources as there are limited data on effects from noise
originating with commercial and/or non-commercial aircraft. Also, a broader
literature search may be warranted as we were unable to find a discussion on the
different noise environments that exist between commercial airports and military
airfields or on how the modeling efforts accounted for study results from
commercial airports when applying those results to the noise environment at
military airfields.

likely to be impacted. The goal of Health Impact Assessment is to provide recommendations
during the decision-making process that will protect health and reduce health inequities.
Health Impact Assessment brings potential positive and negative public health impacts and
considerations to the decision-making process for plans, projects, and policies that fall
outside traditional public health arenas, such as military aircraft use and associated noise. A
Health Impact Assessment can engage community members and stakeholders to provide
practical recommendations to increase positive health effects and minimize negative health
effects.

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Lauren

Hi Brad,



Thanks,
Kathy


Hello Lauren:

Thanks!
Brad


Lauren

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Subject: FW: Noise Control Act information
FYI from EPA. I encourage our collaboration on this effort as well. Below is EPAs response to a
citizen on Whidbey requesting assistance. She provided this for our understanding of the lack of
expertise they have on the noise topic.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Cc: Littleton, Christine <Littleton.Christine@epa.gov>
Subject: Noise Control Act information
Hello, Joanne,
Thank you so much for contacting me today. Below is the information I gathered in 2014 regarding
the Noise Control Act. I would be happy to learn of any noise expertise that you discover and
encourage continued agency coordination on this subject!
Elaine

Seattle, WA 98101
Phone: 206-553-2966
The applicable federal law addressing noise is the Noise Control Act and the Quiet Communities Act
that amends it. The EPAs role in implementing this law has changed over time, as I will explain
below.
In 1972, Congress passed the Noise Control Act, which directed the EPA to coordinate Federal
agencies noise research and control programs. This involved a number of activities, including
consulting on noise standards or regulations, developing noise criteria and public health protection

levels, identifying noise generating products and control techniques, developing noise control
regulations for motors, engines, and construction, transportation, electrical, and electronic
equipment, and studying airport noise.
When Congress amended the Noise Control Act with the Quiet Communities Act of 1978, their
emphasis was upon state and local noise control capabilities. By 1981, the Administration concluded
that noise issues were best handled at the state or local government level and in 1982 the EPAs
noise program funding was phased out. However, federal noise legislation and regulations remain in
effect. The EPA website at http://www.epa.gov/air/noise.html provides information and links that
may be of some assistance. Your primary sources of information and response lie at the state and
local levels, and also with the federal agencies that have direct authority for aircraft noise, including
the Federal Aviation Administration and Department of Defense. We offer the following additional
resources and contacts that may be of help:
EPA Office of Air and Radiation, Washington, DC contact to assist you with federal noise
regulations: Catrice Jefferson, email: Jefferson.catrice@epa.gov; phone: 202-564-1668
NAS Whidbey Island comment line for noise complaints: 360-257-6665, or via email:
comments.NASWI@navy.mil
Department of Defense: Air Installations Compatible Use Zones Program, April 1977 which
can be accessed through http://nepis.epa.gov
Federal Aviation Administration, Aviation Noise Ombudsman, AEE-2, 800 Independence
Ave., S.W., Washington, DC 20591; email: 9-AWA-NoiseOmbudsman@faa.gov
Executive Order 13045, Protection of Children from Environmental Health Risks and Safety
Risks at http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-1997-04-23/pdf/97-10695.pdf
Washington Department of Ecology at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/laws-rules/noise.html
EPA Region 10 submitted scoping comments in response to the U.S. Navys Notice of Intent to
prepare an environmental impact statement for a proposed increase in Growler aircraft at NAS
Whidbey Island. Our comments included recommendations regarding analysis of potential noise
impacts. We would be happy to share the letter upon request. Please feel free to contact Elaine
Somers if you would like more information or have any questions.

To: Patrick, Glen (DOH); Morris, Lillian M (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Importance: High
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630


Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

Importance: High

Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Importance: High

Thank you!
Lauren

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325

Subject: FW: Park Service releases sound study results for Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve and Olympic National Park
Date: Thursday, November 17, 2016 2:55:58 PM
Attachments: OLYM_Acoustic_Report_FAQ.pdf
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So here it is. The EIS is 1500 pages, of which 19 are the distribution list. I have no expectation we
will (or can) provide a comprehensive review. However, take some time to scan over it to assess
what you think we can do. In that process, also identify who else you may think can support this
review from EPH. There are sections that address public health issues and we may be able to work
with them (see 3.3, 3.3.1.4, 4.2, 4.3, 5.4.3 for example).
http://whidbeyeis.com/CurrentEISDocuments.aspx
I dont know if the attached document helps in anyway, but FYI.
Also this is a good article to provide some context before you dive in. Lets talk after Thanksgiving
and discuss strategies. Thanks for your support.
http://www.whidbeynewstimes.com/news/long-awaited-eis-concludes-growler-noise-not-linked-to-
health-problems/
If you are unfamiliar with the area, we could take a lovely field trip to get you acquainted.
Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Subject: FW: Park Service releases sound study results for Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve and
Olympic National Park

Director
PO Box 47825
(360) 236-3325
From: Davis, Michelle (DOH)

Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2016 7:57 AM

To: DeLong, David J (DOH) <david.delong@sboh.wa.gov>; Grellner, Keith (DOHi)
<Keith.Grellner@kitsappublichealth.org>
Cc: Cooper, Kelly (DOH) <Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>; Jenks, Lauren (DOH)
<Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>; Lopez, Lilia (ATG) <LiliaL@ATG.WA.GOV>
Subject: FW: Park Service releases sound study results for Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve and
FYI
From: Craig Dalby [mailto:news@meltwaterpress.com]

To: Davis, Michelle (DOH) <Michelle.Davis@sboh.wa.gov>
Subject: Park Service releases sound study results for Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve and

National Park Service Pacific West Region 333 Bush Street, Suite 500
U.S. Department of the Interior San Francisco, CA 94104
Pacific West Region News Release

For Immediate Release: Nov. 14, 2016

Contact: Andrew S. Muoz, 206-220-4260, Andrew_Munoz@nps.gov
Park Service releases sound study results for Ebeys Landing

National Historical Reserve and Olympic National Park
SEATTLE The results of sound studies conducted at two Western Washington
national parks were release Monday by the National Park ServicesNatural Sounds and
Night Skies Division. The studies are a part of the Park Services effort to monitor
soundscapes atOlympic National ParkandEbeys Landing National Historical
Reserve.
The reports summarize data collected on natural and manmade sounds in the parks.
They identify sound sources that impact the natural environment. The Park Service will
use this baseline information to monitor noise pollution and its effects on visitors and
wildlife.

The Park Service conducted its study at Olympic National Park during winter 2010 as
part of Olympicswilderness stewardship plandevelopment. Federally designated
wilderness makes up 95 percent of the park, which preserves its unique natural features.
The park is recognized by UNESCO as an international biosphere reserve and world
heritage site.
Concerns about military overflights at Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve led
to sound monitoring there. Its report includes sound data collected over 31 days in
summer 2015. The reserve preserves in part the historical rural traditions of the local
community. It is adjacent to the U.S. Navys outlying landing field in Coupeville,
Washington.
The Park Service will also use the data to provide feedback on the
Navysenvironmental reviewof its plan to increase the number of EA-18G
Growlerjets at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.
The National Park Service monitorsnatural and cultural soundsbecause they are park
resources enjoyed by visitors. Sounds are protected because they are a part of a web of
natural and cultural resources that contribute to the significance of parks.
Report
Frequently Asked Questions (Attached)
Ebeys Landing National Historical Reserve
Report
Frequently Asked Questions
- NPS-
About the National Park Service: More than 20,000 National Park Service employees care for
Americas 413 national parks and work with communities across the nation to help preserve local
history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities. Learn more at http://www.nps.gov.
Disclaimer: This email was sent to michelle.davis@doh.wa.gov

National Park Service-WINVALE, Winvale, 1012 14th Street NW Fifth Floor, Washington, DC, 20005, United States
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Koenraad,
Here are the comments from Sally Lusk. She is a retired professor from the University of Michigan who focused on noise.
Julie

Hello Julie, et al,
Sally
Dear Sally Lusk,
literature?
Julie

P.O. Box 47846
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Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

FYI

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

FYI


Clark,
Jim
JIM BAUMGART
Desk: 360.902.0559 | Cell: 360.480.9782

Kelly,


another location
Sincerely,
Jim

JIM BAUMGART
Desk: 360.902.0559 | Cell: 360.480.9782




1.9.5
reviewed:

Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.


Koenraad,
Julie

Subject: Fwd: Growler EIS Comments
Date: Monday, January 09, 2017 9:58:40 AM
Sent from my iPhone
From: "Jenks, Lauren (DOH)" <Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV>

Date: January 9, 2017 at 9:56:04 AM PST
To: "Baumgart, Jim (GOV)" <jim.baumgart@gov.wa.gov>, "Duff, Robert
(GOV)" <robert.duff@gov.wa.gov>
Cc: "Halvorson, Clark R (DOH)" <Clark.Halvorson@DOH.WA.GOV>,
"Cooper, Kelly (DOH)" <Kelly.Cooper@DOH.WA.GOV>, "Snarski, Joanne
(DOH)" <Joanne.Snarski@DOH.WA.GOV>
Good morning! You had asked for an indication of how we are planning to respond to
the Navys EIS on the Growlers on Whidbey Island by today. Here are our initial
recommendations. Im happy to discuss when you are ready.

Thanks!

Lauren

1. Assure NOISEMAP model estimates are applicable for use at NASW.
Estimates of exposure to noise from aircraft operations to the residents within
the surrounding communities were derived from Department of Defense
computer modeling software entitled NOISEMAP.Although the NOISEMAP
model has been previously validated based on information obtained from other
locations, evidence was not provided to indicate that the model accurately
predicts actual exposure to noise under conditions at NASW. It is unclear why
efforts were not made to compare multiple estimates provided for the various
a. Validate NOISEMAP model using actual measurements. Each metric
for exposure used for an outcome should be measured under
appropriate conditions (scenarios) and the model estimates need to be
compared and evaluated against these actual values to identify the
models predictive nature.
b. Describe how NOISEMAP has been updated to reflect recent research
findings. In 1980 it was determined that 87% of the population was not
annoyed by sound pressure levels (A weighted) below 65dB. Indicate
that no information has been identified in the last 35 years to support

or question the use of 65dB within the model as the lowest range when
investigating impacts from noise. A discussion also needs to be
included pertaining to the remaining (not insignificant) 13% of the
population that do find these levels annoying and how this portion of
the population was addressed within the model.

2. Improve description of current state of science around noise and public
health; specifically non-auditory health effects.
a. Describe and conduct a comprehensive review of the literature. The
document does not describe a systematic process for including articles
in the literature review. We are aware of a significant number of
directly relevant articles that were not included.
b. Do not require a definitive causal and significant relationship
between aircraft noise and health prior to including the health
outcome in the model. This standard is unreasonably high and resulted
in non-auditory health effects being excluded from the model. Due to
the increased observance in recent years of findings associating noise
exposure to hypertension and CHD the World Health Organization
(2011) has already suggested a dose-response algorithm for
cardiovascular risk (cardiovascular disease is a non-auditory effect). It is
unclear whether the conclusions regarding non-auditory health effects
are correct, but, regardless, they are not well justified either through
the description provided or by failure to meet the criteria that a
c. Expand review to include effects of noise from noise sources beyond
aircraft. It is unclear why literature from other noise sources which can
result in similar effects were not considered. It would seem prudent to
include the effects from other noise sources as there are limited data
on effects from noise originating with commercial and/or non-
commercial aircraft. Also, a broader literature search may be
warranted as we were unable to find a discussion on the different noise
environments that exist between commercial airports and military
airfields or on how the modeling efforts accounted for study results
from commercial airports when applying those results to the noise
environment at military airfields.

3. Conduct a Health Impact Assessment. Health Impact Assessment is a rapidly
emerging practice among local, state, and federal jurisdictions that helps assess
how a proposed decision will affect the health of a population and whether
vulnerable populations are more likely to be impacted. The goal of a Health
Impact Assessment is to provide recommendations during the decision-making
process that will protect health and reduce health inequities. A Health Impact
Assessment brings potential positive and negative public health impacts and
considerations to the decision-making process for plans, projects, and policies
that fall outside traditional public health arenas, such as military aircraft use

and associated noise. A Health Impact Assessment can engage community
members and stakeholders to provide practical recommendations to increase
positive health effects while minimizing negative ones.

Director
PO Box 47825
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Cell: (360) 259-0374

Attachments: Growler DEIS comments.docx
Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

Subject: Growler_EIS_Review_12-16
Hey Koen,
The attached version contains my comments and suggested edits, some of which may actually be
useful. I found some passages to be sufficiently convoluted so as to obscure the intended message;
editing to be more direct and understandable will benefit other reviewers and the final audience. In
addition, I strongly suggest that the document be edited for consistent voice, tense and tone.
Let me know if you have any questions. GMP

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


Subject: How"d I do summarizing?


military airfields.

effects.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

Joanne M. Snarski
Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Hi Lauren,

P.O. Box 47846
360.236.3177


In response to the query:
It is correct that we have not completed our review yet, but as it regards our preliminary thoughts,
we can provide the following:
1. The document including appendices are not a dense read. However, it is an arduous
document to read that at times is impenetrable and difficult to digest. The reader has to be
prepared for an entire new vocabulary and its associated jargon. Further, as public health is
the focus of our review with basis in possible effects or impacts from noise, we have been
and are required to skip around within the document to surmise what has been addressed
to determine if the breath of review has been complete and what the shortfalls of their work
in this area may be.
2. The approach undertaken to determine if any impacts from noise may occur to the
residents of the surrounding communities relies squarely on modeling efforts and their
outcomes. The modeling efforts use different algorithms as well as methodological
approaches to determine various effects from noise (e.g. annoyance versus sleep
disturbance versus non-auditory effects, etc.).
3. Very limited sound pressure data have been provided by outside sources for select locations
within the area to be impacted, but upon review by the authors these data did not have any
bearing on the conclusions provided from the modeling efforts.
We are initiating our reading of Appendix A as therein lies the details of the review of noise effects
conducted by the authors. This, along with a literature review that is ongoing by us in our office,
may provide us with a better understanding of the depth and meaningfulness of the review
presented on noise and health outcome. Our perspective on this subject matter will be included in
the comments we provide on the EIS.


Importance: High
Joanne M. Snarski

Office: 360.236.3371
Mobile: 360.481.9630

Can you please send me a high level response to this question? I'd like to be able to send him
something tomorrow morning so he can be ready for his board mtg.
Thank you!
Lauren

To: "Jenks, Lauren (DOH) (Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV)"
Hello Lauren:




Brad

J. Brad Thomas, MD
360.679.7350 ph
360.679.7390 fax

Subject: RE: draft of health effects of noise lit review
Attachments: Growler_EIS_LitReview_Comments_1-17.docx
Hi there. My comments are attached.

Hello Team,
Thanks,
Julie (& Lili!)

P.O. Box 47846
(360) 236-4345

Hello Koenraad,
Nice work!
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
Julie

Hi everyone:
Joanne:

Lillian and Julie:

here. It is
file.

To: Fox, Julie R (DOH); Jenks, Lauren (DOH); Marin, Koenraad (DOH)
Attachments: Growler DEIS comments_LM.docx
Hi Lauren,
Attached are a few suggested revisions.
Best,

(360)236-3179

Hello Lauren,
Julie

Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

Hello Lauren,
Julie

Importance: High
Thank you!
Lauren

Subject: RE: How"d I do summarizing?
Attachments: Growler_EIS_Letter_Lauren_1-17.docx

Subject: How'd I do summarizing?


military airfields.

effects.

Director
PO Box 47825
Desk: (360) 236-3325
Cell: (360) 259-0374

1.9.5
reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.



Koenraad,
Julie

1.9.5
reviewed:
Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.



Koenraad,
Julie

Thanks Koenraad!
For the EIS summary in our draft, we pulled the data from Table 3.2-2. This is on page 117 of the
browser, or 3-29 of the report pagination. This is supposed to be an average year, and we assume
that is is with the full proposal adopted (rather than one of the scenarios for partial adaptation), or
at least thats what were looking for. How do we refer to this condition?
Julie

1.9.5
reviewed:

Coupeville (2015)
Section 3.2
.
JGL Acoustics, Inc.


Koenraad,
Julie

Koenraad,
Julie

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From: Fox, Julie R (DOH)

Hello Mark and Ana,

Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

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Would you like to be in this conference call too?

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Are we having a noise meeting today at 2 pm?

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Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

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Lillian Morris Manahan, PhD

Public Health ~ Always working for a healthier and safer Washington.

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Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

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Thanks for scheduling a room, Elizabeth! (TC2 Room 530)

Concussion? Take care, Teresa!

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Here is the draft of the health effects of noise literature review.

Julie (& Lili!)

Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

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Is it clear and easy to read?

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Dear Nancy Beaudet,

With great appreciation,

Julie Richman Fox, PhD, MHS

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Lillian and Julie:

Best to all and happy new year.

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In case you are available on March 8th.

Glen Patrick, Manager

Physical Address: 243 Israel Road SE, Tumwater WA 98501

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From: Patrick, Glen (DOH)

Glen Patrick, Manager

Physical Address: 243 Israel Road SE, Tumwater WA 98501

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Lauren Jenks, MPH, CHES

From: Lofy, Kathy H (DOH)

FYI Lauren, please share with your team.

From: stirlingconsulting@frontier.com [mailto:stirlingconsulting@frontier.com]

Dear Dr. Lofy,

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Environmental & Public Health History Services

P.O. Box 280

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Glen Patrick, Manager

Physical Address: 243 Israel Road SE, Tumwater WA 98501

From: Jenks, Lauren (DOH)

FYI-- and, do you need either of these documents?

Begin forwarded message:

From: "Brad Thomas, MD" <b.thomas@co.island.wa.us>

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From: Jenks, Lauren (DOH) [mailto:Lauren.Jenks@DOH.WA.GOV]

Lauren Jenks, MPH, CHES

From: Brad Thomas, MD [mailto:b.thomas@co.island.wa.us]