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February Research Scan with COVID-19 Sections
February 24, 2021
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,…
Carpooling precautions during COVID-19
February 24, 2021
Introduction Carpools are informal arrangements for transporting commuters to work or students to school, university, and extracurricular activities. Approximately 12% of Canadian commuters…
COVID-19 risks from handling the deceased
February 23, 2021
Primary inquiry Information was requested on the SARS-CoV-2 transmission risks for individuals who are involved in the handling, transport, and examination of decedents known or suspected to have…
Reducing wood smoke and protecting indoor air quality is more important than ever during the COVID-19 pandemic
February 23, 2021
Wintertime in Canada sees many of us spending more time indoors. Perhaps even more so this year due to COVID restrictions. Amidst the second waves of COVID-19, we are reminded of the effects the…
Psychosocial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic: A frame of reference from lessons learned through disasters in Canada
February 17, 2021
There is no doubt that mental health challenges posed by disasters will increase due to climate, demographic and social changes. This presentation details findings from Canadian-led studies on the…
Building shutdown and re-opening during the COVID-19 pandemic
February 11, 2021
[Last Updated: Feb 11, 2021] During the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it may be necessary to periodically close public buildings and facilities, followed by re-opening when safe again. Periods of low…
January Research Scan with COVID-19 Sections
January 20, 2021
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,…
Community refrigerators in the time of a pandemic: food-sharing safety
January 20, 2021
Food insecurity has been an increasing global issue well before the current pandemic. Grassroot activists have started initiatives in their communities to help combat food insecurity and food waste…
Mink farming and SARS-CoV-2: staying vigilant at the human-animal interface
January 18, 2021
[Last Updated: February 2, 2021] SARS-CoV-2 and mink farming SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, emerged in the human population from an animal reservoir (believed to be bats) in early…
Can CO2 sensors be used to assess COVID-19 transmission risk?
January 15, 2021
Ventilation and air cleaning are now recognized as important tools for mitigating the risk of COVID-19 indoors. However, many public spaces are either inadequately ventilated, or their ventilation…