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Outdoor air pollution

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114388
International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2015.
Audience
Professional
This publication represents the views and expert; opinions of an IARC Working Group on the; Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans,; which met in Lyon, October 2013
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2015
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 109
Subjects
Carcinogens, Environmental
Air Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Neoplasms -etiology
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert
opinions of an IARC Working Group on the
Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans,
which met in Lyon, October 2013
ISBN
9789283201755
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
French
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
PDF format and supplementary material
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WHO handbook on indoor radon : a public health perspective

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18224
World Health Organization. Geneva: World Health Organization , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WN620 W928 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Introduction; Health effects of radon; Radon measurements; Radon prevention and mitigation; Cost-effectiveness of radon control; Radon risk communication; National radon programmes.
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Corporate Author
World Health Organization
Editor
Zeeb, Hajo
Shannoun, Ferid
Place of Publication
Geneva
Publisher
World Health Organization
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xiv, 94 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Radon - adverse effects
Air Pollutants, Radioactive
Air Pollution, Indoor
Carcinogens, Environmental
Radiation, Ionizing
Lung Neoplasms
Environmental Exposure
Abstract
Introduction
Health effects of radon
Radon measurements
Radon prevention and mitigation
Cost-effectiveness of radon control
Radon risk communication
National radon programmes.
ISBN
9789241547673
9241547677
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WN620 W928 2009
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WHO guidelines for indoor air quality : selected pollutants

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20061
World Health Organization. Regional Office for Europe. Copenhagen: World Health Organization , 2010.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WA754 W927w 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Benzene; Carbon monoxide; Formaldehyde; Naphthalene; Nitrogen dioxide; Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons; Radon; Trichloroethylene; Tetrachloroethylene
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Alternate Title
Guidelines for indoor air quality
Selected pollutants
Corporate Author
World Health Organization. Regional Office for Europe
Place of Publication
Copenhagen
Publisher
World Health Organization
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xxv, 454 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Air Pollution, Indoor - adverse effects
Air Pollution, Indoor - prevention & control
Organic Chemicals - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - adverse effects
Public Health
Risk Assessment
Guideline
Abstract
Benzene
Carbon monoxide
Formaldehyde
Naphthalene
Nitrogen dioxide
Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons
Radon
Trichloroethylene
Tetrachloroethylene
ISBN
9789289002134
9289002131
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA754 W927w 2010
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Caring for the air : Metro Vancouver 2016

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog114776
Metro Vancouver. Burnaby, BC: Metro Vancouver , 2016.
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
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Alternate Title
Caring for the air report 2016
Corporate Author
Metro Vancouver
Place of Publication
Burnaby, BC
Publisher
Metro Vancouver
Publication Date
2016
Physical Description
21 p. : ill.
Subjects
Environmental Monitoring
Environmental Health
Climate Change
Air Pollutants
Air Pollution, Indoor
Air Pollution - adverse effects
Smoke - adverse effects
Health Impact Assessment
Vehicle Emissions
Greenhouse Effect
Vancouver
Language
English
Material Type
Report
Online
Audience
Patient or Public
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
"Metro Vancouver's Caring for the Air report is an easy-to-read annual publication that provides information about air quality and climate change issues in our region, as well as programs that protect public health and the environment, improve visual air quality, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions."
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Drinking coffee, mate, and very hot beverages

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120906
International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2018.
Audience
Professional
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 24-31 May 2016
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Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2018
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 116
Subjects
Carcinogens
Coffee - adverse effects
Ilex paraguariensis - adverse effects
Beverages - adverse effects
Hot Temperature - adverse effects
Risk Factors
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 24-31 May 2016
ISBN
9789283201830
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Serial
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Downloadable PDF available.
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Environmental health sourcebook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120546
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2015. 4th ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, car…
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Alternate Title
Environmental health sourcebook
Editor
Jones, Keith
Edition
4th ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2015
Series
Health reference series
EBSCOhost eBook
Subjects
Environmental Health
Environmental Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Carcinogens, Environmental
Popular Work
Abstract
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, carbon monoxide, and mold, and information about associated diseases and disorders, including cancer, allergies, respiratory problems, and skin disorders; along with information about environmental concerns for specific populations, a glossary of related terms, and resources for further help and information
Table of contents:
Part I Understanding the Health Effects of Environmental Hazards -- Part II Health Concerns and Their Environmental Triggers -- Part III Outdoor Environmental Hazards -- Part IV Household and Indoor Environmental Hazards -- Part V Foodborne Hazards -- Part VI Consumer Products and Medical Hazards -- Part VII Additional Help and Information.
ISBN
9780780813984
9780780813519
Language
English
Material Type
Ebook
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Internet
Website Notes
Patients and the public of BC and the Yukon can access this title by emailing library@bccancer.bc.ca to obtain a username and password from the Library.
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WHO guidelines for indoor air quality : dampness and mould

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog18151
World Health Organization. Regional Office for Europe. Denmark: World Health Organization , 2009.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
WA754 W927 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
World Health Organization. Regional Office for Europe
Editor
Heseltine, Elisabeth
Rosen, Jerome
Place of Publication
Denmark
Publisher
World Health Organization
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
xvi, 228 p. : ill, ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Air Pollution, Indoor - adverse effects
Fungi
Respiratory Tract Diseases
Humidity - adverse effects
Humidity - prevention & control
Environmental Exposure
Risk Assessment
Guideline
ISBN
9789289041683
9289041684
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Internet
Call Number
WA754 W927 2009
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Diesel and gasoline engine exhausts and some nitroarenes

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21525
International Agency for Research on Cancer, IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2013.
Audience
Professional
  2 read online  
Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2013
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 105
Subjects
Gasoline - adverse effects
Carcinogens, Environmental - adverse effects
Neoplasms - chemically induced
Petroleum - adverse effects
Air Pollutants - adverse effects
Particulate Matter - toxicity
ISBN
9789283213284
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
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Review of human carcinogens : Part E : personal habits and indoor combustions

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20446
International Agency for Research on Cancer, World Health Organization. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2012.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2012 v.100E
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 29 September- October 6, 2009.
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Alternate Title
Personal habits and indoor combustions
Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
World Health Organization
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
x, 575 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 100E
Subjects
Carcinogens
Neoplasms - etiology
Air Pollution, Indoor
Food Preservation
Habits
Smoke
Tobacco
Areca
Alcohol Drinking
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 29 September- October 6, 2009.
ISBN
9789283213222
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2012 v.100E
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Review of human carcinogens : Part F : chemical agents and related occupations

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20447
International Agency for Research on Cancer, World Health Organization. Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 2012.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2012 v.100F
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 29 September- October 6, 2009.
  2 read online  
Alternate Title
Chemical agents and related occupations
Corporate Author
International Agency for Research on Cancer
World Health Organization
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xvi, 599 p. : ill. ; 27 cm.
Series
IARC monographs on the evaluation of carcinogenic risks to humans 100F
Subjects
Carcinogens
Neoplasms - etiology
Air Pollution, Indoor
Food Preservation
Habits
Specialty Uses of Chemicals
Occupational Exposure
Abstract
This publication represents the views and expert opinions of an IARC Working Group on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risks to Humans, which met in Lyon, 29 September- October 6, 2009.
ISBN
9789283213239
ISSN
1017-1606
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Library
Internet
Call Number
QZ202 I585 2012 v.100F
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Cancer as an environmental disease

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14319
Dordrecht ; Boston: Kluwer Academic Publishers , c2004.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 C215n 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Nicolopoulou-Stamati, P
Place of Publication
Dordrecht ; Boston
Publisher
Kluwer Academic Publishers
Publication Date
c2004
Physical Description
xix, 213 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Series
Environmental science and technology library 20
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Carcinogens, Environmental - adverse effects
Enviromental Health
ISBN
1402020198 (alk. paper)
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ202 C215n 2004

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Environmental health sourcebook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15304
Detroit, MI: Omnigraphics , 2003. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA 30 E61m 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, car…
Editor
Matthews, Dawn D
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Detroit, MI
Publisher
Omnigraphics
Publication Date
2003
Series
Health reference series
Subjects
Environmental Health
Environmental Pollution - adverse effects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Popular Work
Abstract
Environmental health sourcebook : basic consumer health information about the environment and its effect on human health, including the effects of air pollution, water pollution, hazardous chemicals, food hazards, radiation hazards, biological agents, household hazards, such as radon, asbestos, carbon monoxide, and mold, and information about associated diseases and disorders, including cancer, allergies, respiratory problems, and skin disorders; along with information about environmental concerns for specific populations, a glossary of related terms, and resources for further help and information
ISBN
0780806328
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WA 30 E61m 2003

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Asbestos and other fibrous materials : mineralogy, crystal chemistry, and health effects

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog9304
Skinner, H. Catherine W, Ross, Malcolm, Frondel, Clifford. New York, NY: Oxford University Press , 1988.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QV610 S628 1988
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Skinner, H. Catherine W
Ross, Malcolm
Frondel, Clifford
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Oxford University Press
Publication Date
1988
Subjects
Asbestos - adverse effects
Air Pollutants, Environmental
ISBN
019503967X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QV610 S628 1988

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CancerSmart consumer guide : how to eliminate toxins from your home and garden products : how to make healthy choices for your family and the environment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog14657
Griffin, Sean, Cuddeford, Vijay. [Vancouver, BC?]: Labour Environmental Alliance Society , 2005. new expanded ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ202 G852 2005
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Cancer smart consumer guide
Author
Griffin, Sean
Cuddeford, Vijay
Edition
new expanded ed.
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Labour Environmental Alliance Society
Publication Date
2005
Subjects
Carcinogens, Environmental - adverse effects
Neoplasms - chemically induced
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
ISBN
0973588616
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ202 G852 2005

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Dodging the toxic bullet : how to protect yourself from everyday environmental health hazards

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21805
Boyd, David R. [Vancouver, BC?]: Greystone Books | David Suzuki Foundation , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WA 30 B789 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Author
Boyd, David R
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Greystone Books
David Suzuki Foundation
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
214 p. ; 24 cm.
Subjects
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Environmental Pollutants - adverse effects
Carcinogens
Enviromental Health
Ecotoxicology
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781553654544
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WA 30 B789 2010

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Reducing environmental cancer risk : what we can do now : President's Cancer Panel 2008-2009 annual report

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19497
Reuben, Suzanne H. [Bethesda, MD]: President's Cancer Panel , 2010.
Audience
Professional
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Alternate Title
2008-2009 Annual report : President's Cancer Panel
President's Cancer Panel 2008-2009 annual report
Author
Reuben, Suzanne H
Place of Publication
[Bethesda, MD]
Publisher
President's Cancer Panel
Publication Date
2010
Subjects
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Carcinogens, Environmental - adverse effects
Environmental Exposure - prevention & control
Government Regulation
United States
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Online
Audience
Professional
Location
Internet
Website Notes
2nd URL links to the Executive summary
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Cancer : 101 solutions to a preventable epidemic

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15912
Armstrong, Liz, Dauncey, Guy, Wordsworth, Anne. Gabriola Island, BC: New Society Publishers , 2007.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ202 A736 2007
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Solutions project
Author
Armstrong, Liz
Dauncey, Guy
Wordsworth, Anne
Place of Publication
Gabriola Island, BC
Publisher
New Society Publishers
Publication Date
2007
Physical Description
xvii, 317 p. : ill. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - prevention & control
Carcinogens
Carcinogens, Environmental - adverse effects
Neoplasms - chemically induced
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
Health Promotion
Consumer Advocacy
ISBN
9780865715424
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ202 A736 2007

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Living downstream : an ecologist's personal investigation of cancer and the environment

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19937
Steingraber, Sandra. Cambridge, MA: Da Capo Press , 2010. 2nd ed.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ202 S819 2010
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Steingraber, Sandra
Edition
2nd ed.
Place of Publication
Cambridge, MA
Publisher
Da Capo Press
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xxvi, 414 p. ; 23 cm.
Subjects
Carcinogens, Environmental
Neoplasms - etiology
Neoplasms - epidemiology
Environmental Pollutants - toxicity
ISBN
9780306818691
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ202 S819 2010

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Butadiene and styrene : assessment of health hazards

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog6270
Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 1993.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 B983 1993
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Sorsa, M.
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
1993
Series
IARC scientific publications 127
Subjects
Butadienes - adverse effects
Styrenes - adverse effects
Carcinogens, Environmental
ISBN
9283221273
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ202 B983 1993

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Cadmium in the human environment : toxicity and carcinogenicity

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog8343
Lyon, France: International Agency for Research on Cancer , 1992.
Audience
Professional
Call Number
QZ202 C124 1992
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Editor
Nordberg, G. F
Herber, R.F.M
Alessio, L
Place of Publication
Lyon, France
Publisher
International Agency for Research on Cancer
Publication Date
1992
Series
IARC scientific publications 118
Subjects
Cadmium - adverse effects
Carcinogens, Environmental
ISBN
9283221184
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Professional
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ202 C124 1992

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