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  • Article from 15.09.2023 | Last changed: 15.09.2023

    Human Biomonitoring Commission (HBM Commission)

    A rubber glove coated hand removes a test tube out of a  test tube rack.

    … collection of the human samples and a thorough documentation of the test persons information. To achieve a harmonized assessment of humans internal exposure to … of the relevant chemical substance in the environment, the pathways of human intake, human toxicokinetics and internal exposure as well as health relevance. A … table form about the reference values and the HBM values can be found on this page, right side under links. The HBM Commission takes also a stand on HBM issues …

  • Article from 30.01.2024 | Last changed: 02.02.2024

    Indoor Air Hygiene Commission

    A modern livingroom

    … the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMUV) take part in the meetings. Additional experts are invited for specific issues. The … (schools) and residential buildings that have been developed over the years and take into account the energy balance of buildings. The work of the current …

  • Article from 27.10.2022 | Last changed: 27.10.2022

    WHO Collaborating Centre for Air Quality Management

    Schild des WHO CC Air Quality Management and Air Pollution Control

    … of all 53 WHO European Member States, in particular to provide advice and undertake studies, to review and assess periodically the latest research findings, … to prepare and publish reports on specific topics, and to organise the exchange of information, training courses and workshops. To improve the exchange of information

  • Article from 21.01.2021 | Last changed: 22.01.2021

    Precautionary principle

    … Once damage to the environment has already occurred, the only option is to put it right by retrospective remediation. If there is a risk to the environment - that is … it. The spectrum of possible responses ranges from measures aimed at obtaining information to those which prohibit a particular activity or, for example, ban … which obliges the operators of plants for which approval is required to take precautions against harmful environmental impacts and the special precautionary …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    The Sick Building Syndrome (SBS)

    skyscrapers with glass fronts and urban canyons

    … negative influences of the building. Nowadays, SBS and BRI should not be underestimated for the challenge it poses to indoor air hygiene. The ProKlimA study … threats of microorganisms in agricultural soils – identifying meaningful endpoints under field-relevant pesticide, biocide and pharmaceutical exposure Effective and … negative influences of the building. Nowadays, SBS and BRI should not be underestimated for the challenge it poses to indoor air hygiene. The ProKlimA study …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    German Environmental Survey 1997-1999, GerES III

    Pedestrians on a pavement

    … blood and urine Exposure to heavy metals and arsenic of the general population has reached a low level but should still be kept under surveillance. The findings of GerES are valuable for the evaluation of smaller … samples from the specific tap drinking and cooking water is normally drawn of) were taken in the households of the participants to get an insight in the potential …

  • Article from 11.05.2017 | Last changed: 11.05.2017

    German Environmental Survey, GerES

    Collage

    … protection of people and the environment. last update on 11.05.2017 Research for your health The German Environmental Surveys (GerES) are the largest existing … individual environmental influences can affect human health. Up to 5,000 people take part in the GerES. The large number and targeted selection of participants … Special topic: Climate Change and Health Environment and Health - Educational and Information materials Integrated Strategy for the Reduction of Nitrogen Emissions …

  • Article from 20.08.2019 | Last changed: 13.02.2025

    Project DEMOCOPHES

    Mutter und Kind beim Memory-Spielen, die Mutter deckt ein Kärtchen mit einer Schlange auf, der Junge schaut neugierig unter die Karte, bevor sie ganz aufgedeckt ist

    … of knowledge of German would significantly hinder the survey, the family could not take part. The study participants were chosen randomly from the registers of … a study centre. The precise timetable for the study in Germany is described on the information page for participating families. Organisation In each of the 17 … and health-related environmental monitoring of the Federal Environment Agency (UBA) under the direction of Dr. Marike Kolossa-Gehring. The UBA has many years 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.

    … investigate the allergenic potential of moulds that occur indoors and which are not taken into consideration in standard allergy testing.  In various publications on … out the significant link between environmental influences and allergies and offers information on prevention. A brochure titled Children! The link between the …

  • Article from 14.12.2016 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS)

    … 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 friends and family … affected persons. Depending on the personal situation, concerned persons may obtain information and assistance in environmental-medical outpatient clinics and … threats of microorganisms in agricultural soils – identifying meaningful endpoints under field-relevant pesticide, biocide and pharmaceutical exposure Further …

  • Article from 21.10.2022 | Last changed: 25.10.2022

    Human biomonitoring

    many phrases in the field of biomonitoring

    … to pollutants from the environment. The results are also intended to provide information as to whether (further) pollutant reduction measures are needed and on … medically relevant procedures, such as methods of assessing lung function. The advantage of human biomonitoring consists in recording the actual internal … medically relevant procedures, such as methods of assessing lung function. The advantage of human biomonitoring consists in recording the actual internal …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC)

    Some labeled brown flasks

    … 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 can unwanted … environmental labels such as the Blue Angel to help them. If they are intending to undertake more comprehensive building or renovation work, they can check whether the …