Published 25/07/22
Using local health information to improve alcohol licensing decisions
Including health in local alcohol license decisions is not just about a dedicated Health Associated Licensing Objective (HALO): A Public…
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Briefings
Published 25/07/22
Communal area design in apartment buildings: Development and comparison of a desktop and on-the-ground landscape assessment tool
New analysis methods were assessed. The majority of audit tool items showed moderate/almost perfect reliability. The desktop method was a…
Published 25/07/22
Status of solid waste management policy implementation in Kenya
Solid waste production is rapidly increasing in Kenyan cities. However, the implementation of available policies to address the canker leaves…
Published 25/07/22
Health in human settlements: Experiences of intersectoral collaboration in Douala, Cameroon
Intersectoral collaboration is required to address urban health and housing challenges in African cities. Lessons from urban stakeholders in Douala,…
Published 24/07/22
Can crowdsourced data help us understand access to health-promoting programs in cities? A case study on Canadian cities
Big data is valuable for understanding the spread of health-enabling resources in cities. But what happens when those resources are…
Published 24/07/22
Illegal firework activity and environmental sound levels: Community impacts and solutions
Learn how the City of Boston engages local researchers, community residents, and city officials to combat illegal firework activity. For…
