Abstract Purpose of Review Using the WHO Conceptual Framework for Action on the Social
Determinants of Health, this review provides a discussion of recent epidemiologic …

The unprecedented levels of urbanization in the last century have led to significant social
housing populations in cities across the world. Housing conditions in social housing units …

Thirty years of public health research have demonstrated that improved indoor
environmental quality is associated with better health outcomes. Recent research has …

Construction waste minimization is a key sustainability goal in green building rating systems.
Although these rating systems traverse countries' boundaries, no research so far has …

Buildings are responsible for a substantial portion of the global energy consumption. Most of
the multifamily residential buildings built in the 20th century in Central and Eastern Europe …

Consumers have historically shown an inclination to purchase plants that enhance their
quality of life, meaning they will purchase items that positively influence their social …

People's well-being, health and productivity in indoor environments are crucial areas of
investigation, particularly concerning sick building syndrome (SBS). Sick building syndrome …

Despite the growing interest in energy-efficient homes (EEHs), there is still a lack of
evidence regarding whether the mechanical ventilation system of an EEH positively or …

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the population worldwide into lockdown. The purpose of
this study was to assess the impact of this measure on the health and comfort of university …

Housing conditions have been an enduring focus for public health activity throughout the
modern public health era. However, the nature of the housing and health challenge has …