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  • Article from 15.09.2013 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Allergies

    A girl blows her nose. In the background is a flower meadow with daisies an dandelion.

    … man is responsible for the presence of other allergens (certain chemicals, for example). Consumers can actively avoid contact with some of these substances, … man is responsible for the presence of other allergens (certain chemicals, for example). Consumers can actively avoid contact with some of these substances, …

  • Article from 14.12.2016 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)

    … in quality of life as well as in performance capacity and often feel unable to practice their job. Taking care of mundane tasks as well as social interaction with … in quality of life as well as in performance capacity and often feel unable to practice their job. Taking care of mundane tasks as well as social interaction with …

  • Article from 21.10.2022 | Last changed: 25.10.2022

    Human biomonitoring

    many phrases in the field of biomonitoring

    … body fluids and tissues are examined for contamination with pollutants. Thus, for example, the levels of mercury in the blood or urine individuals or populations is … body fluids and tissues are examined for contamination with pollutants. Thus, for example, the levels of mercury in the blood or urine individuals or populations is …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

    Some labeled brown flasks

    … of organic origin found in the air in gaseous and vaporous form. They include, for example, hydrocarbons, alcohols, aldehydes, and organic acids. Many solvents, liquid … are to be removed, contained, or treated. As a general principle it is always a good idea to minimise the level of VOC concentration by means of ventilation of … are to be removed, contained, or treated. As a general principle it is always a good idea to minimise the level of VOC concentration by means of ventilation of …

  • 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

    … Factors Database – RefXP SAS script for fitting exposure factor distributions Example files for exposure modeling in @Risk Related contents Indikator: Belastung …

  • Article from 11.05.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Endocrine disruptors

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

    … human health. Related contents Schmerzgel – Fragen und Antworten Effects chain – Example from the ‘human health’ action field Interreg-Projekt NonHazCity 3 …

  • Article from 02.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Substances in building products

    A construction worker lags a slab.

    … Volatile organic compounds (VOC) Composite wood panels (particle board), for example, are in widespread use in Germany, mainly to cover large areas in indoor … the Blue Angel, substantial account must be taken of health-related standards. For example, they may not contain substances which are carcinogenic, genotoxic, or … harm the environment or human health. … Composite wood panels (particle board), for example, are in widespread use in Germany, mainly to cover large areas in indoor …

  • Article from 08.02.2011 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Ventilation to combat "stale" air

    … The effects of these indoor contaminants on health may be diverse, causing for example irritation of the respiratory air ways, allergies, and other health … ) the German Federal Environment Agency ( Umweltbundesamt ) offers hints for a practical solution to the conflict of interest posed between saving energy and preserving good indoor air quality. Associated content Publications Guidelines for Indoor Air …

  • Article from 21.11.2016 | Last changed: 24.11.2016

    Epidemiology

    stylised groups of people, one is highlighted in colour

    … the cohort under observation is not defined on an individual basis; instead, for example, the population of a city or city district is taken as a cohort. During a … However, many effects cannot be investigated in this way because of ethical and practical considerations. Epidemiological studies are carried out on populations in … the cohort under observation is not defined on an individual basis; instead, for example, the population of a city or city district is taken as a cohort. During a …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Health-related exposure assessment

    diagram presenting oral, dermal and inhalativ exposure to man

    … is needed for estimating human exposure. To estimate human exposure to lead, for example, lead concentrations in different environmental media (soil, water, air) and … case a value leading to a very high exposure level is assumed for each factor: For example, the exposure is estimated by combining a comparatively high drinking water … is needed for estimating human exposure. To estimate human exposure to lead, for example, lead concentrations in different environmental media (soil, water, air) and …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Indoor air hygiene

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

    … Acidification and Nutrient Nitrogen Creation of a harmonized land cover map as an example for the entire region of the Geneva Air Pollution Convention Particulate …

  • 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

    … Environmental justice in urban areas – Recommendations for action in municipal practice The health burden caused by environmental problems is often especially high … In a research project on “Environmental justice in urban areas – Development of practicable strategies and measures to reduce socially unequal distribution of … Agency (UBA). Summary "Environmental justice in urban areas - Development of practically oriented strategies and measures to reduce socially unequal distribution …