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Latest environmental health research scans
April 17, 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,…
From rain gardens to resilience: Green stormwater infrastructure for healthier cities
April 30, 2025
Abstract The intersection of health, climate change, and green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) presents a transformative opportunity to address pressing environmental and public health challenges.…
Heat alert and response systems in Canada: A check-up on preparedness
March 31, 2025
Key messages Context: Extreme heat events are increasing in number, duration, and intensity due to climate change. Heat alert and response systems (HARS)…
Using advanced surveillance tools to understand norovirus evolution, public health impacts, and to enhance outbreak response
April 3, 2025
Abstract Noroviruses are the most common cause of sporadic gastroenteritis and causative agent for 90% of all gastrointestinal outbreaks in developed countries. Norovirus illness is characterized by…
Rabies through a One Health lens
March 14, 2025
Rabies is a serious and often fatal viral zoonotic disease that affects mammals, including humans. Historically, animal and public health agencies have shared responsibility for…
Spotlight on water for World Water Day 2025
March 14, 2025
The year of the glacier Each year, the United Nation’s (UN) observes World Water Day by highlighting an issue of importance to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goal 6, of safe…
A burning reality: Managing the health risks of residential wood smoke
February 19, 2025
Many Canadian households rely on wood stoves or fireplaces as primary or supplemental sources of heating, yet the smoke emitted from these appliances negatively affects both indoor and outdoor air…
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…
Quick guide: Community science toolkit for mosquito surveillance
January 16, 2025
This easy-to-reference brochure summarizes the key points from the Community science toolkit for mosquito surveillance. It is designed to be a quick guide for starting a…
Mapping walkability for a healthier built environment in Peel Region, Ontario
March 12, 2025
Abstract The Peel Walkability Composite Index (PWCI) comparison tool enables Peel Public Health and the Region of Peel's municipal partners to track changes in walkability by looking at…