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  • Article from 14.12.2016 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)

    … symptoms of the gastrointestinal tract and further malfunctions of various organ systems. last update on 14.12.2016 Persons affected by MCS attribute these symptoms … and environmental noxae, whereby even very low concentrations, which do not cause health problems in other people, lead to ailments. Hitherto, neither does a …

  • Article from 21.10.2022 | Last changed: 25.10.2022

    Human biomonitoring

    many phrases in the field of biomonitoring

    … Source: intheskies / Fotolia.com Human biomonitoring (HBM) is a tool of health-related environmental monitoring with which populations are examined for … existing measures. last update on 21.10.2022 Human biomonitoring (HBM) is a tool of health-related environmental monitoring. In human biomonitoring, human body fluids …

  • Article from 20.08.2019 | Last changed: 20.08.2019

    Environmental medicine

    A blood sample is taken from someones arm.

    … Environmental medicine Environmental impacts affect our health. Source: Thomas Brugger / Fotolia.com The environmental medicine discipline … influences. Whereas a pristine environment has a positive effect on human health, adverse environmental conditions or an environment perceived as deficient …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

    Some labeled brown flasks

    … in articles of daily use, and can constantly reach our nose and skin. What health effects can VOCs have? How can unwanted exposure be reduced? last update on … are generally of substantially greater significance in respect of their impact on health, as most people in this region spend much of their time indoors. In addition, …

  • Article from 06.11.2014 | Last changed: 17.12.2014

    Data for health-related exposure assessment

    pie-chart and map graphic with styluses on top

    Data for health-related exposure assessment Exposure assessment calculates the health impact of harmful substances. Source: K.-T. Trampe-Hauff / Umweltbundesamt …

  • Article from 11.05.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Endocrine disruptors

    A baby sits among cuddly toys with a ball in its hand.

    … disruptors Endocrine disruptors are substances that interfere with the hormonal system. Source: Franz_Pfluegl / Fotolia.com last update on 11.05.2017 In Germany the reproductive health of men is at risk. Recent representative studies performed in Hamburg and …

  • Article from 02.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Substances in building products

    A construction worker lags a slab.

    … Some substances in building materials may be harmful to the environment and health. Source: Udo Kroener / Fotolia.com Building products (e.g. paints, varnishes, … include organic or inorganic substances which may harm the environment or human health. last update on 02.08.2022 Volatile organic compounds (VOC) Composite wood …

  • Article from 08.02.2011 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Ventilation to combat "stale" air

    … pollutants and water vapour may occur. The effects of these indoor contaminants on health may be diverse, causing for example irritation of the respiratory air ways, … building products and by frequent ventilation. A mechanical ventilation system that circulates air continuously can be installed, although it must be …

  • Article from 21.11.2016 | Last changed: 24.11.2016

    Epidemiology

    stylised groups of people, one is highlighted in colour

    … function of epidemiology is to investigate the frequency of occurrence of diseases, health problems, or other health-related phenomena in populations or population groups, and to look for …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Health-related exposure assessment

    diagram presenting oral, dermal and inhalativ exposure to man

    Health-related exposure assessment Exposure - pathes of environmental impact Source: … influences. This contact can occur via mouth (e. g. by food), the respiratory system or skin. These routes of entry from the environment into the organism are …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Indoor air hygiene

    livingroom with armchairs, dining table, carpet, lamps, pictures and potted plants

    … Indoor air hygiene The indoor air quality influences our health. Source: Bernd Kreuscher / UBA People in developed countries spend the … in their home. However, the quality of indoor air is not always beneficial to human health. last update on 07.11.2017 Indoor air pollutants are produced by man himself …

  • Article from 27.03.2015 | Last changed: 27.07.2022

    Research project “Environmental justice in urban areas”

    Urban neighbourhoods need areas for sports, play, leisure and recreation

    … play, leisure and recreation Source: Tempelhof Projekt GmbH www.thf-berlin.de The health burden caused by environmental problems is often especially high in socially … planning area concerned must be applied. In environmental planning, for example, a systematic check for socio-spatially oriented priorities suggests itself. Use of …