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Latest environmental health research scans
January 22, 2025
These monthly research scans highlights recent environmental health publications by topic and provides easy access to article abstracts and report summaries to support public health professionals,…
Ice arena inspection practice guide for indoor air quality management
January 30, 2025
Abstract Ice arenas are often a central hub for all age groups in a community to engage in sport and leisure activities. However, the use of fuel-powered ice resurfacing equipment indoors can expose…
How public health professionals can help reduce radon risk in Canada
November 28, 2024
Abstract Radon is an odorless, colorless, tasteless radioactive gas that can accumulate in homes, schools, and other buildings. Chronic exposure to elevated radon levels is a well-established public…
Uses and limitations of low-cost sensors in a changing climate
October 3, 2024
Background As a Senior Scientist with the British Columbia Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC), Dr. Eric Coker has been working with low-cost sensors for public health research and practice for over…
Odor, air quality, and well-being: understanding the urban smellscape using crowd-sourced science
July 24, 2024
Abstract Odour exposure is associated with adverse and inequitable impacts on health and quality of life. Unfortunately, variability in individual sensitivity and perception, mixtures of odorous…
Use of low-cost air quality sensors in childcare and long-term care facilities in BC and impacts of wildfire smoke on indoor air quality
June 12, 2024
Abstract Childcare and long-term care facilities in British Columbia (BC) serve diverse populations who are particularly vulnerable to wildfire smoke. These individuals often cannot take protective…
Wildfires and wildfire smoke
May 8, 2024
The frequency and intensity of Canadian wildfires is increasing due to the changing global climate, as well as long-standing forest management practices. Ever-worsening fire seasons impact…
Human biomonitoring of environmental chemicals: Current use and future directions
January 25, 2024
Abstract Chemicals are everywhere – in air, soil, water, products and food – and can enter the body through ingestion, inhalation, and skin contact. Human biomonitoring evaluates the actual levels…
Health impact assessment of air pollution in Canada: Recent findings on mortality, morbidity, and monetized costs
September 28, 2023
Abstract Health Canada, in collaboration with Environment and Climate Change Canada, recently completed a health impact assessment (health burden analysis) that quantified the mortality, morbidity,…
Mould: Assessment, remediation and building for resilience
April 26, 2023
Mould is a ubiquitous fungus in indoor and outdoor environments. The general population is commonly exposed to mould through inhalation, and less commonly through direct contact, with no adverse…