Resources and LinksNo results found Resources and LinksReference Publications, Fact Sheets & DatabasesHealth Canada, Health Protection Branch, Great Lakes Health Effects Program The Health & Environment Handbook for Health Professionals. Ministry of Supply & Services. Cat. No. H46-2/98-211E-2E. (1998).
Investigating Human Exposure to Contaminants in the Environment: A Community Handbook. Ministry of Supply & Services. Cat. No. H49-96/2-1995E. Available online in PDF format. Investigating Human Exposure to Contaminants in the Environment: A Handbook for Exposure Calculations. Ministry of Supply & Services. Cat. No. H49-96/1-1995E. (1995). Available online in PDF format.
American Academy of Pediatrics. Committee on Environmental Health.
Canadian Institute of Child Health Several resources available for minimal cost by e-mailing or (TEL) 613-224-4144; (FAX) 613-224-4145
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences Facts about environment-related diseases and health risks. EXTOXNET: The Extension Toxicology Network This database, cooperatively compiled by research programs of Cornell University, Michigan State University, Oregon State University and University of California at Davis, provides short summary reports on more than one-hundred commonly used insecticides, fungicides and herbicides. Pesticide Information Profiles (PIPs) provide an overview of each pesticide's toxic effects and its expected actions in the environment. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) ToxFAQsTM ATSDR's Hazardous Substance Release and Health Effects Database Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility
Children’s Environmental Health Network lists additional Internet sites and instructional resources. Currently under preparation by the WHO Task Force on Children’s Environmental Health and due for release by March 2002, the Handbook on Children’s Environmental Health will be a useful resource geared to health professionals. EnviRN from the University of Maryland School of Nursing, is a "virtual resource for environmental health and nursing." Pesticides and Human Health: A Resource for Health Care Professionals. This is an extensive 60-page review of scientific literature and an essential reference for physicians and other health providers for increasing awareness and understanding of the chronic health impacts of pesticides. Written by Gina Solomon, M.D.,M.P.H., Oladele Ogunseitan, Ph.D., M.P.H. and Jan Kirsch, M.D., M.P.H. Available in PDF format. Environmental Concepts Made Easy. From the Center for Bioenvironmental research of Tulane and Xavier Universities, New Orleans, Louisiana. A useful Web site, particularly for information and links on environmental estrogens and lead. Motherisk Updates are available online from the Motherisk Web site. Research ReportsOntario College of Family Physicians, Environmental Health Committee. Environmental Standard Setting and Children’s Health
Greater Boston Physicians for Social Responsibility
International Joint Commission, Health Professionals Task Force Health Effects Review - A quarterly summary of recent findings in the field of environmental health available online in PDF and HTML format. Harvard Medical School - Center for Health and the Global Environment Quarterly Review – Brief summaries of recent research on global environmental change and the implications for human health. Opportunities for Further EducationOntario College
of Family Physicians – Environmental Health Committee A curriculum of six modules on core environmental health issues in clinical practice. The modules impart key skills such as exposure history taking, knowledge of environmental health resources and risk communication. They are useful for self-directed learning and for teaching. The modules will soon be released in an online version at the OCFP or the IJC Web sites. Two interactive case studies of environmental health issues. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) ATSDR provides an online case study on lead exposure and information on how to receive hard copies of other case studies in environmental health issues. These case studies constitute continuing medical education credits. US Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) Online lead case study. Children’s Environmental Health Network in the US Sign on to the CEHN mailing list for notification of physician-oriented conferences. The first one took place in June, 1999, and produced an important document entitled "Training Manual on Pediatric Environmental Health: Putting it Into Practice," available in its entirety in PDF format on their Web site. Formal Educational ProgramsInternational Joint Commission, Health Professionals Task Force Directory of Occupational & Environmental Medicine electives for medical students in Canada and the US. McMaster Institute of Environment & Health (MIEH) Diploma Program in Environmental Health.This is an eight-month post-professional program (one full day per week) that can be completed on campus or by distance education. Intended to provide new (or upgraded) skills and knowledge for individuals from diverse backgrounds including physicians and other health professionals. The program is comprehensive and multidisciplinary and exposes the student to many researchers in the field of environment and health. University of Toronto, Institute of Environmental Studies Offers a collaborative graduate program in Environment and Health towards Masters or PhD degrees. Especially for Parents and PatientsCanadian Children’s Environmental Health Network This fledgling network links diverse Canadian groups active in children’s environmental health issues. Its goals are to "protect the health of all children from environmental hazards through the promotion of safe environments for healthy growth and development" through education, research, advocacy and policy development. The site currently includes resources, contacts and a discussion group. The Healthy Schools Project is a Canadian Web site focused on alerting people to the problems and remedial actions regarding indoor air and health effects in children. It includes instructions on "best practices" for creating healthier indoor environments in schools. Hidden Exposures: A Practical Guide to Creating a Healthy Environment for You and Your Children (2nd Edition, 2000). Written by Nita Chaudhri et al. Presented by the Indoor Air Quality Workgroup. Available from The South Riverdale Community Health Centre, 955 Queen St. East, Toronto, Ontario M4M 3P3 (416) 461-1925. Excerpts and ordering information can be accessed in PDF format. Down-to-Earth Choices: Tips for Making Where You Live One of Canada’s Healthy Neighbourhoods Available in print from Environment Canada’s Inquiry Centre, 351 St. Joseph Boulevard, Hull, PQ, K1A 0H3 (819) 997-2800 or 1-800-668-6767 or online. US National Safety Council's Environmental Health Center Over a dozen fact sheets that outline salient points and FAQs relevant to environmental exposures of children and others. Some of the topics include: Asthma, Biological Contaminants, Carbon Monoxide, Combustion Appliances, Environmental Tobacco Smoke, Indoor Air Quality, Lead Poisoning, Ozone, Pesticides and others. US Children’s Environmental Health Network (CEHN) Tips for Parents and Caregivers: What You Can Do to Better Protect Your Children A useful resource and action center on children and the environment intended for a wide audience. Sponsored by the Clean Water Fund. US EPA Office of Children’s Health Protection (OCHP) Provides lay reference information and tips on protecting children from environmental threats. Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) Their "Toxic Chemicals" and "Health/Kid’s Health" web pages include a parent’s guide to protecting children from environmental risks and the NRDC’s in depth report, OUR CHILDREN AT RISK: The 5 Worst Environmental Threats to Their Health, from November 1997. Information compiled by Cornell University, Michigan State University, Oregon State University and the University of California at Davis focuses on a wide range of environmental health issues. |