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  • 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

    … German-language three-part report with English language summary provides extensive information on the scientific approaches used in Xprob : the development of the … evaluation of the implementation status Evaluation of the risk for soil organisms under real conditions Tags database evaluation exposure population … The Federal … German-language three-part report with English language summary provides extensive information on the scientific approaches used in Xprob : the development of the …

  • Article from 11.05.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Endocrine disruptors

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

    … pesticides offer the possibility to reduce exposure to these chemicals drastically. Under REACH , the new chemicals legislation, hormonally active chemicals can be made … 5 substances from building products Focus on the future: 3D printing Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of …

  • Article from 02.08.2022 | Last changed: 02.08.2022

    Substances in building products

    A construction worker lags a slab.

    … substances in building products are released and in what amounts.  Conclusive information is currently lacking as to the impact of these substances should they be … Blue Angel For products to be awarded the Blue Angel, substantial account must be taken of health-related standards. For example, they may not contain substances …

  • Article from 21.11.2016 | Last changed: 24.11.2016

    Epidemiology

    stylised groups of people, one is highlighted in colour

    … causes and disease are investigated. In the case of sequential analyses, 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 specified observation period, sequential exposure values … basis; instead, for example, the population of a city or city district is taken as a cohort. During a specified observation period, sequential exposure values …

  • Article from 19.03.2018 | Last changed: 20.03.2018

    Health-related exposure assessment

    diagram presenting oral, dermal and inhalativ exposure to man

    … of measurements and estimations may reflect reality appropriately. A lot of information is needed for estimating human exposure. To estimate human exposure to … water and in foods as well as increased lead concentration in the ambient air. The advantage of this method is its simple and fast application. Its main limitation is … and mobile substance with many sources Evaluation of the risk for soil organisms under real conditions Tags drinking water exposure public health … People are …

  • 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

    … burden caused by environmental problems is often especially high in socially disadvantaged urban neighborhoods. A research project carried out by the German … conditions and the health situation. It also analysed and evaluated legal and informal instruments with regard to their potential for improving health-relevant … The study shows that coordinated action by all relevant departments and stakeholders is indispensible. This requires in particular a greater socio-spatial …

  • Article from 16.09.2013 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Mould

    mould

    … and spores. Mould needs lots of moisture to grow. last update on 16.09.2013 Further information: The causes of higher dampness inside buildings might include: direct … or furniture. Urgent action is needed if mould is easily seen by eyes. Before taking measures to clean up mould infestation, its causes - especially if due to … and detailed guide with information about the causes, assessment, and action to be taken against mould infestation, which is free of charge to the interested public. …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 07.11.2017

    Nanomaterial

    white aerosol can sprays in front of black background

    … will be labelled in the European Union. Consumers are than able to make an informed choice. Nanotechnology has a promising future, and it can be assumed that rapid developments will take place in the upcoming years. The number of products containing synthetic …

  • Article from 11.01.2019 | Last changed: 11.01.2019

    Climate change and health

    That's good against heat: a cooling water bag

    … heat warning system will be working to better protect health by providing improved information. Current climate models suggest it is quite likely that the trend in … heat can vary greatly depending on the individual. In any event great care must be taken to avoid dehydration of the body. Associated content Links German Weather …

  • Article from 07.11.2017 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Epigenetics and Environmental Influences

    DNA stylised

    … of genetic characteristics. Epigenetics on the other hand provides additional information that determines gene expression. This additional information – the epigenetic marks - can be seen as a second code overlaid on top of … marks together are called the epigenetic pattern. As the DNA itself, epigenetic information can also be heritable to succeeding generations. Epigenetics refutes …

  • Article from 21.11.2016 | Last changed: 10.11.2017

    Assessing environmentally-related health risks

    A test tube with a blood sample is filled up with an other fluid in the laboratory..

    … the exposure and the effects are investigated. Epidemiology observes what occurs under which conditions in the population at large. It is the role of toxicology to … the determination of exposure, its effects, and the dose-effect relation – must be taken into account. Related contents Toxikologie Epidemiologie Related publications … HBM4EU) Guidance on Communication on Substances in Articles Evaluation of Information Systems Relevant to Climate Change and Health - Vol. 1 Evaluation of …

  • Article from 24.01.2017 | Last changed: 13.11.2017

    Building Products

    different building products

    … a product releases contaminants prior to marketing. However, consumers have a right to information about whether building products contain Substances of Very High Concern … Environment from Buildings and Building Products Related contents Chemikalien / REACH Weichmacher REACH für Verbraucherinnen und Verbraucher Related publications …