Meeting Report: National Workshops for the Communication of Air Pollution and Health Information: Summary of Four Workshops in Different Regions of Europe
2006

Summary of National Workshops on Air Pollution and Health

publication Evidence: moderate

Author Information

Author(s): Eric Gordon Sanderson, Nina Fudge, Annike Irene Totlandsdal, Ingrid Hovelynck, Herbert Korbee, Edith Rameckers, Bert Brunekreef, Leendert van Bree

Primary Institution: Institute for Risk Assessment Sciences, Universiteit Utrecht

Conclusion

The national workshops improved communication among stakeholders regarding air pollution and health issues in Europe.

Supporting Evidence

  • The workshops involved a wide range of stakeholders, improving communication on air pollution and health.
  • Participants rated the workshops positively, indicating they met their objectives.
  • The workshops tailored their content to the specific needs of different regions in Europe.

Takeaway

The workshops helped different groups talk about air pollution and health, making it easier for everyone to share ideas and work together.

Methodology

Four workshops were held in different European regions to discuss air pollution and health, involving various stakeholders.

Potential Biases

Some stakeholders felt that international conferences were biased towards researchers, making it less attractive for nonscientists to participate.

Limitations

The workshops did not examine the steps needed to achieve actions resulting from the discussions.

Participant Demographics

Participants included scientists, policy makers, industry representatives, and NGOs from various regions in Europe.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1289/ehp.8524

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