The World Health Organization (WHO) has concluded that the climate change mitigation strategies that significantly increase the accessibility, affordability and quality of public transit and
Category: Climate Change
Cycling & Traffic Corridors: Health Risks & Benefits
Within the public health sector, there can be an uneasiness about encouraging people to cycle along busy traffic corridors. While most public health professionals appreciate that health benefits can be
The Health & Economic Costs of Climate Change in Canada
The National Round Table on the Environment and the Economy (NRTEE) has released its latest report on climate change. This report is focused on the economic impacts
Weaving Health into the Land Use Planning Process: One Story
In 2006, I was hired by a health department in a regional municipality in southern Ontario to integrate public health’s priorities, particularly those associated with air quality and
Bike Lanes are a Public Health Priority!!
Last week, the local paper in my community ran an article about the candidates in my riding who are running in the provincial election. Apparently,
Public Health and Land Use Planning: Two Reports
The Clean Air Partnership, in collaboration with the Ontario Public Health Association, has produced two new resources for public health professionals with an interest in public
You must be logged in to post a comment.