Wheeler seeks to affirm commitment to children's health

Acting Administrator Andrew Wheeler sought to reaffirm his commitment to protecting children's health at an event intended to celebrate National Child Health Day Oct. 1, though his efforts failed to assuage criticism from environmentalists over the agency's decision last week to remove the head of its children's health office. “Children's health is a top priority at EPA, and we have made tremendous progress improving air and water quality and helping kids and families lead healthier lives,” Wheeler said. “There are...