When shelter in place isn’t an option - environmental health guidance for encampments during the COVID-19 pandemic

Presenter: Jade Yehia (Regional Built Environment Consultant, Island Health)

This presentation synthesizes available evidence on environmental health risks associated with the physical environment in encampments, and best practices to prevent the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, to serve as guidance for environmental health practice as an integral part of a multi-sectoral approach to ensure people stay safe and healthy during their time in an encampment.

The NCCEH Environmental Health Seminar Series provides an opportunity for learning and knowledge exchange on a variety of environmental health topics. See upcoming webinars. 

Related Guidance Document: Environmental public health guidance for encampments during the COVID-19 pandemic