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  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    The Sick Building Syndrome (SBS)

    skyscrapers with glass fronts and urban canyons

    … Results have been published in an extensive report.  Offices with air conditioning systems were not more contaminated with pollutants than those without; in fact, they … Results have been published in an extensive report.  Offices with air conditioning systems were not more contaminated with pollutants than those without; in fact, they …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    German Environmental Survey 1997-1999, GerES III

    Pedestrians on a pavement

    … of 1-Hydroxypyrene in urine (GM)). The occurrence of a decentral heating system in the houses is related to a higher concentration of 1-Hydroxypyrene in … of 1-Hydroxypyrene in urine (GM)). The occurrence of a decentral heating system in the houses is related to a higher concentration of 1-Hydroxypyrene in …

  • Article from 11.05.2017 | Last changed: 11.05.2017

    German Environmental Survey, GerES

    Collage

    … UMID 02/2015 Special topic: Climate Change and Health Environment and Health - Educational and Information materials Integrated Strategy for the Reduction of …

  • 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.

    … undesired and sometimes violent defensive reactions of the human (or animal) immune system to substances in the environment (allergens). last update on 15.09.2013 … UMID 02/2015 Special topic: Climate Change and Health Environment and Health - Educational and Information materials Children! Tags allergy health child … …

  • 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 … caused by various, non-related substances, involvement of multiple organs or organ systems of a person. Several mechanisms regarding the development of MCS have been …

  • 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 … at least partially by chemicals in the environment that interfere with the hormonal system. These chemicals are called endocrine disrupters and are suspected of … from building products Focus on the future: 3D printing Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of Information …

  • Article from 02.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Substances in building products

    A construction worker lags a slab.

    … UMID 02/2015 Special topic: Climate Change and Health Environment and Health - Educational and Information materials Children! Tags health … Building products …

  • Article from 08.02.2011 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Ventilation to combat "stale" air

    … building products and by frequent ventilation. A mechanical ventilation system that circulates air continuously can be installed, although it must be … building products and by frequent ventilation. A mechanical ventilation system that circulates air continuously can be installed, although it must be …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Health-related exposure assessment

    diagram presenting oral, dermal and inhalativ exposure to man

    … 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 … 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 16.09.2013 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Mould

    mould

    … detection and remediation of mould in buildings Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 2 Nanotechnology – Risks …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Nanomaterial

    white aerosol can sprays in front of black background

    … medical products – can be absorbed by the gut and then penetrate into the lymphatic system and into the blood. Risks to human health and the environment are most likely … iron for the remediation of groundwater damages Nanotechnology-based lighting systems: organic light-emitting diode (OLED) Use of nanomaterials in textiles …

  • Article from 11.01.2019 | Last changed: 11.01.2019

    Climate change and health

    That's good against heat: a cooling water bag

    … 11.01.2019 Heat waves can harm health The German Weather Service (DWD) heat warning system will be working to better protect health by providing improved information. … measures: heat wave The German Weather Service set up a heat health warning system as consequence of the hot summer of 2003. Its purpose is to  predict heat … Publications UMID 03/2009: Climate Change and Health Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of Information …