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Environmental public health guidance for encampments during the COVID-19 pandemic

Topics: Built Environment, COVID-19, Equity
To prevent the transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, public health guidance promotes physical distancing, staying home when ill, good hand hygiene and environmental…
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Environmental public health professionals can support health equity in the time of COVID-19

Topics: Equity, Infectious Diseases, COVID-19
The world has changed dramatically in recent weeks. COVID-19 has disrupted economies, social interactions, and how (or whether) we do our jobs. Environmental public health (EPH) professionals are…
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Paradox of Wealth and Health: Resource Development and Social Determinants of Health

Topics: Equity, Health Impact Assessment, Resource Extraction
The BCCDC/NCCEH Environmental Health Seminar Series provides an opportunity for learning and knowledge exchange on a variety of environmental health topics. The seminars can be attended in-person or…
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Paradox of wealth and health: Resource development and social determinants of health

Topics: Equity, Resource Extraction, Shale Gas, Health Impact Assessment
It is well-established that our health is strongly influenced by a range of interacting environmental, social, cultural and economic factors, and it follows that the relationship between population…
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When shelter in place isn’t an option - environmental health guidance for encampments during the COVID-19 pandemic

Topics: Built Environment, COVID-19, Equity
When other options are not available, encampments may be temporarily necessary to provide shelter for those experiencing homelessness during the COVID-19 pandemic. While linkages to safe, secure, and…
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