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We have resources on dozens of important environmental health topics presented in various forms including Evidence Reviews, Evidence Briefs and Research Scans, Subject Guides, Blogs, Webinar Recordings, and Videos and Tools. Please see this page for more information concerning these document types. Browse the topics and discover what is available.
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,…
Community science toolkit for mosquito surveillance
January 21, 2025
Climate change and expanding trade routes are introducing new and non-native mosquito species into new areas of Canada. Traditional surveillance methods struggle to cover Canada’s vast geography and…
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…
Avian influenza
November 29, 2024
Avian influenza, sometimes referred to as “bird flu”, refers to zoonotic type A influenza viruses that typically infect wild waterfowl (e.g., ducks, geese, and swans) and shore birds. These viruses…
Novel control measures for Listeria in food processing facilities
November 20, 2024
Listeria monocytogenes is the bacterium responsible for causing listeriosis, an illness that can cause fever, chills, headache, gastroenteritis, and in some cases can lead to hospitalization or…
Highly pathogenic avian influenza: Adapting to a new One Health challenge from an old foe
October 31, 2024
Abstract This talk will begin by briefly discussing animal health surveillance in Canada and the role of the Canadian Animal Health Surveillance System (CAHSS). CAHSS is a distinct division of…
Environmental predictors of recreational water quality in Canada
October 17, 2024
Introduction Fecal contamination in recreational waters poses health risks, such as gastrointestinal, respiratory, eye, skin, and ear infections. It also leads to aesthetic concerns, other related…
Citizen perspectives on built, policy, and social environment changes aimed at healthy eating and active living
September 18, 2024
(Please note that the recording for this webinar will be released at a later date.) Abstract Although evidence on the effectiveness of built, policy, and social environments interventions is…
Healthy built environment
August 14, 2024
Aspects of the built environment, including man-made and natural features, impact human health directly and indirectly through air quality, traffic injuries, and toxic substances. These aspects can…
Storyline of a silent killer: Extreme heat and media communication
July 12, 2024
Key messages Media professionals such as journalists, reporters, and editors can play pivotal roles in communicating about the risks of extreme heat events (EHEs…