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PHIs in the investigation of environmental drivers of elevated blood lead
November 13, 2020
Journal Articles
Abstract As more provinces and territories consider requiring the reporting to public health of clinical blood lead analyses, it is clear that public health inspectors (PHIs) have an important role…
COVID-19 management in personal services settings: Lessons learned from a nail salon outbreak
November 12, 2020
Webinar Recordings
Between June 20 and July 3, 2020 a COVID-19 outbreak associated with a personal service setting (PSS) was detected in the Kingston, Ontario and managed by the local public health unit (KFL&APH…
A rapid review of disinfectant chemical exposures and health effects during the COVID-19 pandemic
October 26, 2020
Evidence Brief and Research Scan
Primary inquiry A public health practitioner raised a question about the misuse and overuse of disinfectants as a result of heightened concerns about SARS-CoV-2 transmission via environmental…
October Research Scan with COVID-19 Sections
October 20, 2020
Blog Post
This monthly Research Scan highlights recent environmental health publications by topic and provides easy access to article abstracts and report summaries to support public health professionals,…
High-humidity environments and the risk of COVID-19 transmission
October 16, 2020
Evidence Brief and Research Scan
Primary Inquiry: Do showers, steam rooms, hot tubs, or other warm, high-humidity settings in public facilities increase the risk of COVID-19 transmission? Summary Statement: This rapid review did…
COVID-19 risks and precautions for the performing arts
October 01, 2020
Webinar Recordings
Presenter: Dr. Juliette O’Keeffe (KT Scientist, NCCEH) This presentation reviewed current understanding of the key risks associated with the performing arts sector, and the precautions for…
COVID-19 risks and precautions for the performing arts
September 23, 2020
Evidence Review
Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has caused major changes to how musicians and performers practise and rehearse and has brought many live performances to a halt. Restrictions have been put in…
September Research Scan with COVID-19 Sections
September 23, 2020
Blog Post
This monthly Research Scan highlights recent environmental health publications by topic and provides easy access to article abstracts and report summaries to support public health professionals,…
Public washrooms in the time of COVID-19: Facility features and user behaviours can influence safety
September 23, 2020
Evidence Brief and Research Scan
During the COVID-19 pandemic, questions have been asked if using a public washroom poses a risk. Washrooms can be busy spaces that remain essential for parks, campgrounds, transit hubs, sports…
When shelter in place isn’t an option - environmental health guidance for encampments during the COVID-19 pandemic
August 28, 2020
Webinar Recordings
Presenter: Jade Yehia (Regional Built Environment Consultant, Island Health) This presentation synthesizes available evidence on environmental health risks associated with the physical environment…