Two new web-based learning courses on addressing health within Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) have been developed by the West Midlands Public Health Observatory (WMPHO). The courses are for both SEA practitioners and those with some familiarity with SEA and who wish to integrate health comprehensively into the SEA process. A one day course has been developed and piloted for trainers for delivery in-house, and the second course is for self-learners to complete the course in their own time. WMPHO, April, 2010.
Some Recent Additions
HIA position Paper from the UKPHA
The UK Public Health Association recently published a position paper on HIA. This recommends the routine use of HIA at a strategic level and at an operational level, calls for stronger guidance and leadership at national and local levels and the integration of HIA into others forms of impact assessment. UKPHA, February 2010.
Exercise in a green environment
A meta-analysis of 10 UK studies on exercise in the natural environment found that a minimum of 5 minutes improved both mood and self esteem. Pretty and Barton,2010.
Expert elicitation in EHIA
The report presents a practical yet flexible seven step procedure towards organising expert elicitation in the context of environmental health impact assessment. National Institute for Public Health and the Environment (RIVM), 2010.
Review of Mental Wellbeing at work
The objective was to achieve a greater understanding of the work characteristics that could enhance or harm mental well-being, and how these factors may interact. The review highlights that there is a lack of clarity of the terms well-being, job satisfaction and stress. School of Health and Related Research, 2010.
HIA of minerals Local development Plan (MLDP) Scotland
Preparatory work for the Minerals Local Development Plan (MLDP) included an assessment of the environmental impact on a range of issues including human health. This work was prompted in part through the SEA process, which identified that there may be impacts on human health as a result of proposals contained in the MLDP. Enterprise, April, 2010.
Healthy Urban Development Checklist for Health Services, Australia (Guides)
A guide for health services when commenting on development policies, plans and proposals. The aim of the checklist is to increase health professionals’ capacity to examine comprehensively and critically urban development policies, plans and proposals in relation to health. Health Department, NSW, January 2009.
Flexible working and health (Evidence)
Cochrane review of the effects of flexible working conditions on employee health and wellbeing. The findings seem to indicate that flexibility in working patterns which gives the worker more choice or control is likely to have positive effects on health and wellbeing. Joyce,K et al., September, 2009.
50 new references on HIA, SEA and MWIA have been added to the Bibliography, mainly 2009 and 2010.
Conferences and Events in 2010
Health, wealth and ways of life, 23-24th September, London
A Royal Society of Medicine symposium to explore the public health issues relating to the Western economic culture and lifestyle, including the impact of the current economic crisis, learning from the similarities and contrasts between Scandinavia, the UK and the US.
Climate Change and Impact Assessment, Denmark, 25-26 October 2010.
Special Symposium in Aalborg, Denmark, 25-26 October 2010. An introduction to a two-day Climate Change Symposium held in Denmark in October 2010.
Climate Change and Impact Assessment, Washington D. C., 15-16 November, 2010.
Special Symposium in Washington D. C. on 15-16 November, 2010. An introduction to a two-day Climate Change Symposium held in Washington D.C. in November 2010.
3rd Asia and Pacific HIA Conference, Dunedin, New Zealand, 15th-16th November, 2010.
The primary host is the Health, Equity and Wellbeing Impact Assessment Research Unit and conference management is being supported by the IAIA and the conference website will be available through the IAIA website. The themed topic submission deadline is 31st July 2010; Paper and poster submission deadline is 15th August 2010; early bird registration fee is NZ$500 until 15th September 2010 for studentd this is NZ$300. For registration and submissions click on 3rd AsiaPacific HIA Conference.
Conferences and Events in 2011
The 11th International HIA Conference: 13-15th April, Spain 2011
Further details to follow.
31st Annual Meeting of the IAIA, 28 May - 6 June 2011, Puebla, México
The conference theme is 'Impact Assessment and Responsible Development for Infrastructure, Business and Industry'. Submission for session proposals opens May 2010.
For more events and courses, see Networks & Events.
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The UNECE SEA Protocol will come into force on 11th July 2010 with the requirement to consult health authorities. The Protocol also provides for extensive public participation in government decision-making in numerous development sectors.
Five keynote presentations from the Rotterdam HIA'09 Conference, 14th-16th October, together with the special and interactive sessions are now available to download.
HIA Training Courses in 2010
3 Day HIA training course, 5th-7th October 2010, Gregynog, Wales.
This 3 day course held in the beautiful country house of Gregynog, Wales, UK, builds on the highly successful 2009 course. Organised jointly by the West Midlands Public Health Observatory and the Wales HIA Support Unit this is aimed at those with some knowledge or experience of HIA. For more details and booking form click here
5 Day HIA training course, 22nd-26th November 2010, Liverpool, UK.
This 5 day course, organised by IMPACT, is for all those whose current or future work is likely to require an understanding of the theory and practice of HIA. The course is held in the award winning Foresight centre, Liverpool University Campus. Early bird registration is available before 31st August. To find out more and register for the course contact IMPACT or telephone +44 (0) 151 794 5004. To find out more about IMPACT access their website.
HIA Training Courses in 2011
1 Day HIA training course, 10th february, Central London 2011.
This 1 day course is organised by PHAST and is for participants with little or no experience of HIA and who would like to know a little bit more about it's uses and the methods involved. Apply on line or for more information contact Marion Deacon.
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