Researchers Link Metals and Diesel Emissions to Respiratory Symptoms in Inner City Youth
According to a new study by researchers at the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health (CCCEH) at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health, exposure shortly after birth to ambient metals from residential heating oil combustion and particles from diesel emissions are associated with respiratory symptoms in young inner city children. The study is the first to analyze the effects of exposure to airborne metals in this very young population and the findings could have important public health implications.
Published in the December 2009 issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, the study also contributes to a further understanding of how specific sources of air pollution may impact child health.
Swine Flu Information
Faculty are actively engaged in educating the public on swine flu through media, interviews and news articles. The University’s Preparedness site also offers swine flu updates and helpful links.
New Partnership with French School of Public Health
Global collaboration to enhance both Schools' educational programming and scientific research.
Grand Rounds on the Future of Public Health
December 16 Lecture "An Aging World: Opportunities and Necessities."
Louisiana Considers Student Research Findings
Students contribute to report on issues facing grandparents who raise their own grandchildren.
