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​​​Bike to Work on May 19^th!

Please join the NIH in the D.C. area for Bike to Work Day on May 19, 2023! Biking to work is great exercise for your body and helps the environment by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Even if just for one day, support the environment by participating in Bike to Work Day! The NIH will host a pit stop at Building 1 from 7:00am to 9:30am to support anyone biking to the Bethesda campus. You can grab some refreshments at the pit stop, pick up your free t-shirt and participate in a variety of additional biking-related activities. To receive a free t-shirt, you must register beforehand for Bike to Work Day here:

Bike to Work Day Registration

There are over 100 additional pit stops throughout the D.C. area that may better fit your route to work. You can locate your ideal pit stop on the Bike to Work Day webpage.

The Bike to Work Day webpage has many resources for anyone looking to participate, whether you are a veteran rider or a rookie. Convoys are led by experienced riders throughout the D.C. area and can provide extra safety and comfort for anyone unfamiliar with bicycle commuting. There are tips for getting started with biking and advice for staying safe while biking in the rain. We hope everyone interested in bicycle commuting is encouraged to participate and continue the strong history of the NIH with Bike to Work Day!​

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NIH Winners from the 2023 HHS Kids’ Earth Day Poster Contest​​​ The winners for each age group have been selected from the NIH submissions for the 2023 HHS Kids’ Earth Day Poster Contest! Read the full article to view the winning posters and learn a bit about the winners. LEA​RN MORE​​​​

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Did you know? ​PFAS have been detected at varying concentrations in both public and private water sources. The EPA has published and continues to produce guidance and regulations to help identify drinking water that is safe from PFAS. To learn more about water conservation​ at the NIH​​, please visit the NEMS Training webpage to view a short (20 minute) NIH environmental awareness training video.