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  • 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 … medicine discipline aims to prevent the occurrence of environmental complaints and diseases in people. The cause of suffering is not always the same. Diagnosis and

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

    Some labeled brown flasks

    … compounds are partly of natural origin, partly contained in articles of daily use, and can constantly reach our nose and skin. What health effects can VOCs have? How … of individual VOCs are very low and represent no risk to health. In the German Environmental Study, the Federal Environment Agency has drawn up a representative … of their potential impacts on health. How can the quantity of VOCs be reduced? Consumers should choose products and materials which are particularly low in …

  • 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

    … provides extensive current data facilitating population-based exposure modeling and assessment. These reference data describe inter alia food and drinking water … and assessed available data on various factors influencing human exposure to environmental and other stressors, with the aim of consistently compiling data …

  • Article from 02.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Substances in building products

    A construction worker lags a slab.

    … products Some substances in building materials may be harmful to the environment and health. Source: Udo Kroener / Fotolia.com Building products (e.g. paints, … authorities.  As a result, standardisation committees will define the criteria of environmental and health protection with the participation of other public … health. Opt for products bearing the Blue Angel When purchasing building products consumers can find guidance in the Blue Angel For products to be awarded the Blue …

  • Article from 08.02.2011 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Ventilation to combat "stale" air

    … The German Energy Saving Ordinance ( EnEV )  has been in force since 2002, and it requires comprehensive planning and construction measures to significantly … that circulates air continuously can be installed, although it must be serviced regularly and checked for growth of microorganisms (e.g. bacteria, mould) inside. Consumers can easily recognise low-emission products by the Blue Angel eco-label . …

  • 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: Umweltbundesamt People are exposed to a wide range of environmental influences, such as noise or pollutants in air and water. These stressors may cause acute or chronic health effects. last update on …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Indoor air hygiene

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    … Indoor air pollutants are produced by man himself (exhaled carbon dioxide and body odours) and a range of human activities such as tobacco smoking, cooking, heating or … Various types of substances gassing off from building products, furnishings and consumer products also contribute to the deterioration of indoor air quality. The …

  • 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

    Research project “Environmental justice in urban areas” Urban neighbourhoods need areas for sports, play, leisure and recreation Source: Tempelhof Projekt GmbH www.thf-berlin.de The health burden …

  • Article from 16.09.2013 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Mould

    mould

    … Szewzyk / Umweltbundesamt Mould is a fungus which develops typical mushroom threads and spores. Mould needs lots of moisture to grow. last update on 16.09.2013 Further … measure to prevent mould growth is proper ventilation and heating that regularly transports dampness outdoors, in buildings which must be structurally …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Nanomaterial

    white aerosol can sprays in front of black background

    … Nanomaterial Nanoparticles can spread in the air across borders and also adhere to aerosols. Source: picsfive / Fotolia.com last update on … industry, engineering, the chemical and food industries, and the biotech and environmental technology fields. Till to date it is not compulsory for manufactures … Starting from 2012 cosmetics and novel-food will be labelled in the European Union. Consumers are than able to make an informed choice. Nanotechnology has a promising …

  • Article from 11.01.2019 | Last changed: 11.01.2019

    Climate change and health

    That's good against heat: a cooling water bag

    Climate change and health That's good against heat: a cooling water bag Source: Miredi / … the infirm may be more acutely affected. Health concerns related to heat waves will become a greater concern in our ageing society.  Direct and indirect health effects … Bodenerosion durch Wind Indikator: Globale Lufttemperatur Related publications Environmental Awareness in Germany 2024 2023 Monitoring Report on the German …