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Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Bernardo Guzman Herrador, Vidar Lund, Wenche Fonahn, Hege Hisdal, Hans Olav Hygen, Susanne Hyllestad, Zuzana Nordeng, Reidun Gangsto Skaland, Linda Selje Sunde, Line Vold, Richard White, Wai Kwok Wong, Karin Nygard
Summary: A study in Norway has shown the impact of extreme weather events on drinking water quality and waterborne diseases. The findings indicate positive associations between extreme weather events and raw water quality, but fewer associations with treated drinking water. Improvement in water treatment capacity may be necessary to cope with extreme weather events in the future climate change.
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Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Y. Zhang, S. J. Granger, M. A. Semenov, H. R. Upadhayay, A. L. Collins
Summary: This study monitored nitrate and suspended sediment loss during an extreme wet-weather period in the UK. The results showed increased pollutant loss, particularly in grassland areas. The study also found a relationship between rainfall extremes and sediment loss, suggesting potential impacts under future climate scenarios.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2022)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Xing-Yun Zou, Xin-Yu Peng, Xin-Xin Zhao, Chun-Ping Chang
Summary: The research reveals that extreme weather events have a negative impact on water quality, which persists for both the current year and the next 10 years. Floods have a greater influence on water quality than droughts, particularly in non-high-income countries and countries with low technology innovation related to water resources.
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Engineering, Environmental
Joshua F. Inwald, Wandi Bruine de Bruin, Marc Yaggi, Joseph Arvai
Summary: Water safety refers to the quality of drinking water and whether it contains dangerous contaminants. Limited access to safe water is estimated to affect around 5 billion people globally by 2050. Climate change and worsening severe weather events pose increasing threats to global water safety, but people may not realize the connection between climate change and water safety, which could undermine their willingness to take actions to improve water safety. This study analyzed survey data from the 2019 Lloyd's Register Foundation World Risk Poll in 142 countries to examine the relationship between people's concerns about severe weather, climate change, and water safety.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Julie E. Powers, Maryanne Mureithi, John Mboya, Jake Campolo, Jenna M. Swarthout, Joseph Pajka, Clair Null, Amy J. Pickering
Summary: Climate change can affect human health by influencing the transmission of diarrhea through weather factors. This study examined the association between temperature, precipitation, and levels of Escherichia coli in water sources and on children's hands in rural Kenya. The findings suggest that climate change can impact the environmental transmission of bacterial pathogens, and emphasize the importance of water treatment after heavy precipitation and high temperatures.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Celina Balderas Guzman, Runzi Wang, Oliver Muellerklein, Matthew Smith, Caitlin G. Eger
Summary: This study used machine learning techniques to analyze stormwater quality across different climates in the United States, identifying five distinct stormwater signatures with implications for aquatic toxicity and relationships to climate, weather, land use, and imperviousness. The findings demonstrate the potential of machine learning techniques to identify patterns in high-dimensional and highly variable data, providing valuable insights into stormwater quality variations across the United States.
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Environmental Sciences
Walter Leal Filho, M. Balasubramanian, Wendy Purcell, Shlomit Paz
Summary: This commentary provides an overview and summary of the health impacts of extreme climate events, and suggests measures to enhance the preparedness of the health sector to cope with such events associated with climate change.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES EUROPE
(2022)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Zhenxia Liu, Zengjie Wang, Jian Wang, Zhengfang Zhang, Dongshuang Li, Zhaoyuan Yu, Linwang Yuan, Wen Luo
Summary: This study introduces an improved method of the Globally Resolved Energy Balance (GREB) model by utilizing Bayesian networks based on a coarse-fine model. The improved method combines a dynamical model with a statistical model to achieve local optimization and exhibits higher accuracy and robustness in long-term simulations compared to the original GREB model. This approach provides a promising way to simulate climate reliably and stably.
GEOSCIENTIFIC MODEL DEVELOPMENT
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yong-Ju Jung, Naing Aung Khant, Heejung Kim, Sim Namkoong
Summary: Climate change has had a significant impact on the spread of waterborne diseases, particularly in ASEAN countries. The Philippines and Myanmar have experienced multiple tropical cyclones in recent years. Therefore, it is imperative for ASEAN countries to implement policies to adapt to climate change and protect their citizens from waterborne diseases.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Emanuele Massaro, Rossano Schifanella, Matteo Piccardo, Luca Caporaso, Hannes Taubenboeck, Alessandro Cescatti, Gregory Duveiller
Summary: The population experiencing high temperatures in cities is increasing due to anthropogenic climate change, settlement expansion, and population growth. However, there is a lack of efficient tools to evaluate potential intervention strategies to reduce population exposure to Land Surface Temperature (LST) extremes. In this study, a spatial regression model based on remote sensing data is implemented to assess population exposure to LST extremes in urban environments. The findings show that urban vegetation plays a significant role in decreasing population exposure to LST extremes.
NATURE COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Thomas Roberts, Valentine Seymour, Katya Brooks, Ross Thompson, Carl Petrokofsky, Emer O'connell, Owen Landeg
Summary: This paper evaluates the effectiveness of the current alerting systems for extreme weather events in England and explores the feasibility of transitioning to an impact-based system. The study finds that while the current system is effective, stakeholders desire additional resources to support response development, and express concerns about the lack of clarity regarding the geographical impact of certain alerts.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE & POLICY
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Timothy Hyde, Dolores Albarracin
Summary: Research shows that high temperature days breaking records strengthen people's belief in climate change, even after controlling for other factors. Each record-breaking high temperature day increases perceptions of worsening heat, with a greater impact on those skeptical of climate science.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Chaojie Li, Emile Sylvestre, Xavier Fernandez-Cassi, Timothy R. Julian, Tamar Kohn
Summary: This study proposes a model that combines water quality and quantitative microbial risk assessment to study the transport, fate, and infection risk of waterborne viruses in Lake Geneva. Results show that norovirus is the most abundant virus and poses a higher infection risk compared to other viruses studied.
Article
Environmental Sciences
Joachim Rozemeijer, Ruurd Noordhuis, Kevin Ouwerkerk, Miguel Dionisio Pires, Anouk Blauw, Arno Hooijboer, Geert Jan van Oldenborgh
Summary: This study explored the effects of climatic variability on water quality in various water systems in the Netherlands, showing that water quality is impacted by global climate change, changes in Atlantic ocean circulation patterns, continental precipitation, river discharge fluctuations, and local climatic fluctuations. The fluctuations induced by climatic variability give a preview for the potential effects of climate change on water quality.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Alexandra Sawatzky, Ashlee Cunsolo, Inez Shiwak, Charlie Flowers, Andria Jones-Bitton, Dan Gillis, Jacqueline Middleton, Michele Wood, Rigolet Inuit Community Government, Sherilee L. Harper
Summary: The research aimed to explore how Inuit in Rigolet, Canada identify, interpret, and utilize environmental and climatic observations for decision-making to protect and promote their health and wellbeing in the context of climate change. Findings showed that Inuit considered all climatic and environmental observations to be interconnected, highlighting the importance of collective, intergenerational knowledge in understanding and adapting to climate change. The way Inuit interpreted and used these observations for decision-making was influenced by perceived relevance and importance of the observations, trustworthiness of information, and personal risk thresholds.
REGIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE
(2021)
Review
Health Policy & Services
C. J. Schuster-Wallace, E. Nouvet, I. Rigby, G. Krishnaraj, S. de Laat, L. Schwartz, M. Hunt
Summary: This study examines the influence of culture on palliative care, emphasizes the importance of providing culturally sensitive care in humanitarian crises, and provides recommendations to avoid othering and reductionistic understandings.
PALLIATIVE & SUPPORTIVE CARE
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Civil
B. Deb Nath, C. J. Schuster-Wallace, S. E. Dickson-Anderson
Summary: Drinking water insecurity in small and rural, remote, or otherwise marginalized communities in Canada is a complex issue with various challenges. Currently, there is a lack of academic literature on assessment frameworks for drinking water security in these communities, particularly in high income countries. This study introduces an indicator-based framework for assessing drinking water security in small and rural, remote, or otherwise marginalized communities. The framework focuses on four dimensions: upstream watershed security, source water security, community needs and engagement, and treatment and distribution infrastructure.
WATER RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Idit Gunther, Hadas Hawlena, Lior Azriel, Dan Gibor, Olaf Berke, Eyal Klement
Summary: This article examines the effectiveness of trap-neuter-return/release (TNR) in controlling the population of domestic cats and suggests a management approach that emphasizes high intensity, continuity, and geographic contiguity. The study finds that TNR has some effectiveness in reducing the cat population, but the rebound increase in reproduction and longevity of cats limits the population reduction. To enhance management effectiveness and mitigate compensatory effects, the article recommends integrating TNR with complementary methods.
PROCEEDINGS OF THE NATIONAL ACADEMY OF SCIENCES OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Andrea Nwosu, Olaf Berke, Lise A. Trotz-Williams, David L. Pearl
Summary: This study explores the spatial distribution of human cryptosporidiosis in Southern Ontario, Canada. It finds that the incidence rates of human cryptosporidiosis have been consistently higher in this region, and it is related to cattle density. The study provides guidance for further monitoring and control efforts.
ZOONOSES AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Gervin A. Apatinga, Corinne J. Schuster-Wallace, Sarah E. Dickson-Anderson
Summary: This article explores the reasons and consequences of water inaccessibility for women in rural sub-Saharan Africa, as well as coping strategies. The study highlights the complex interlinkages between gender, climate, and water accessibility, calling for more comprehensive research to inform policy and practice.
WILEY INTERDISCIPLINARY REVIEWS-WATER
(2022)
Review
Development Studies
Indrakshi Tandon, Corinne Wallace, Martina Angela Caretta, Sumit Vij, Alison Irvine
Summary: This paper evaluates the existing literature on climate change adaptation in relation to water and gender in urban and peri-urban contexts. The research highlights the lack of studies in this field, primarily focusing on low- and middle-income countries in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa, with little attention given to South America. Furthermore, there is a lack of evidence demonstrating the interlinkages between gender, climate change adaptations, and gender-sensitive dissemination of disaster warnings. The paper emphasizes the need for practical research assessing the gendered dimensions of all adaptations and promoting gender equality and empowerment through strengthened legislation.
CLIMATE AND DEVELOPMENT
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Dairy & Animal Science
R. Couto Serrenho, M. Williamson, O. Berke, S. J. LeBlanc, T. J. DeVries, B. W. McBride, T. F. Duffield
Summary: Ketosis in dairy cattle is primarily diagnosed based on the concentrations of ketone bodies in the blood, milk, or urine. Urine testing is more sensitive than milk testing, but both urine and milk testing diagnose ketotic cows approximately 2 days later than blood testing.
JOURNAL OF DAIRY SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Katy Davis, James D. Ford, Claire H. Quinn, Anuszka Mosurska, Melanie Flynn, Sherilee L. Harper
Summary: Little research has focused on the experiences of people for whom travel is cyclical and a part of daily life. This study examines the barriers to travel for Inuit in Arctic North America and identifies historic and contemporary colonial policy and inequality as root causes, impacting people's mobility and well-being.
Review
Geography
Inthuja Selvaratnam, Olaf Berke, Abhinand Thaivalappil, Jamie Imada, Monica Vythilingam, Andrew Beardsall, Gillian Hachborn, Mohamed Ugas, Russell Forrest
Summary: This scoping review investigates the characteristics and reporting of disease maps of zoonoses published in the scientific literature from 2017 to 2018. The findings show that most studies used maps for descriptive exploratory purposes, but a smaller percentage also used them for analytical geospatial and spatial statistical analysis. However, the majority of maps did not provide important information for geospatial interpretations and reproducibility.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Keana Shahin, David L. Pearl, Carolyn Martinko, Olaf Berke, Terri L. O'Sullivan
Summary: Tele-triage, a subset of telehealth services, is increasingly common and allows users to receive credible health advice from licensed professionals at home. This study explores the differences in the use of an animal poison control center (APCC) tele-triage service between veterinarians and the public, including toxicant type, animal demographics, availability of veterinary services, and seasonal and secular trends.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Keana Shahin, David L. Pearl, Olaf Berke, Terri L. O'Sullivan
Summary: Phone call or tele-triage for health assessments have become popular, but little is known about how caller type influences call distribution. This study analyzed the distribution of calls to the Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) based on caller type in space, time, and space-time. Results showed that user patterns of the APCC vary by region and both season and calendar time.
Article
Veterinary Sciences
K. E. Sobkowich, O. Berke, T. M. Bernardo, D. L. Pearl, P. Kozak
Summary: This project aims to improve surveillance of Varroa mite infestations in Ontario, Canada by reflecting on the success of data dashboards developed during the 2019-coronavirus pandemic. An interactive dashboard is proposed to depict the spatio-temporal distribution of mites and allow for beekeepers to monitor provincial mite levels throughout the season. This project also explores future directions for surveillance dashboards, including integration with citizen science data collection.
PREVENTIVE VETERINARY MEDICINE
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Mohammad Howard-Azzeh, David L. L. Pearl, Terri L. L. O'Sullivan, Olaf Berke
Summary: Researchers are studying the impact of opioid and cannabinoid use on dog populations using data from an animal poison control center. Concerns arise about pet owners not disclosing toxic exposures due to the illicit nature of these drugs. To help vets identify these toxicants, models are being developed using pet demographic and health disorder information. The study compared the predictive performance of ordinary and mixed logistic regression models with lasso logistic regression models. The models showed high predictive abilities, but had low positive predictive values due to the rarity of opioid and cannabinoid poisonings.
Article
Area Studies
Matthew Pike, Ashlee Cunsolo, Andrew Papadopoulos, Sherilee Harper
Summary: Natural resource developments in Inuit Nunangat have both positive and negative impacts on community health and well-being. The study analyzed 58 articles to map trends in published research on the relationship between resource development and health in the region. The results show that Nunavut was the most discussed region, mining and/or mineral exploration was the most commonly discussed development, and government policies are significant factors in the relationship between development and well-being.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Kaitlin Patterson, Lea Berrang-Ford, Shuaib Lwasa, Didacus B. Namanya, James Ford, Sherilee L. Harper
Summary: This study aims to examine the food insecurity of the Indigenous Batwa people in Uganda using the household as a scale of analysis. The results of the survey show a high prevalence of food insecurity among the Batwa, with low variation explained by household and community factors. Scale dependency should be considered in food insecurity analyses.
JOURNAL OF HUNGER & ENVIRONMENTAL NUTRITION
(2023)
