Mental wellbeing in environmental & climate context
Traditional studies on the impact of environmental and climate changes have predominantly focused on physical health. However, these changes also contribute to rising mental health and psychosocial issues linked to socio-economic threats. This includes a range of disorders from emotional distress to the exacerbation of existing mental health conditions, often referred to as climate-related psychological […]
Food safety in Central Europe
Per- and polyfluorinated alkyl compounds (PFAS) are industrial chemicals used in various products, contaminating the environment and entering the human body through food and water consumption. Despite bans on some PFAS, concerns remain about their long-term health effects and environmental impact. This Case Study focuses on PFAS contamination in Central Europe, highlighting its widespread use […]
Air pollution and health in South Africa: towards forecasting and preventing ill health effects
This Case Study aims to address air pollution, with a focus on particulate matter (PM), which is a key environmental risk factor that impacts human health. By integrative analysis of comprehensive datasets containing mortality, health indicators, air quality, and environmental records, this Case Study aims to understand the relationship between air pollution exposure and various […]
Vector-borne diseases in the Iberian Peninsula
This Case Study aims to address significant public health challenges and develop comprehensive prevention strategies and enhance readiness against vector-borne diseases. A. Leishmaniasis in Dogs: Leishmaniases, transmitted by phlebotomine sand flies, are significant vector-borne infectious diseases in the EU and Mediterranean regions, posing a major veterinary concern. Dogs, particularly in southern Europe, are susceptible to […]