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Scientists and Surfers team up to assess antibiotic resistance
8 Jun 2015
Microbiologists to shed light on how surfers might be affected by antibiotic resistant bacteria.
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Research shows all natural environments are not equal
7 May 2015
Different types of green space are likely to have varying effects on health and wellbeing, according to new research.
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Public urged to take part in final part of health survey
13 Apr 2015
Scientists in Cornwall are making a final appeal for people to take part in research that will shed light on the health effects of marine pollution.
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Antibiotic resistance risk for coastal water users
30 Mar 2015
New research shows swimmers and surfers are at risk of exposure to antibiotic resistant bacteria.
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Rivers could be major source of antibiotic resistance
13 Feb 2015
New research has found that waste water treatment works can increase the levels of antibiotic resistance in rivers and streams.
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Sunlight and vitamin D levels higher for coastal populations
9 Feb 2015
People living close to the coast in England have higher vitamin D levels than inland dwellers, according to a new study published in the journal Environment International.
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UK must learn from US fracking says review
28 Jan 2015
The UK should look to lessons learned in the United States to inform its shale gas policy, in order to avoid a number of environmental pitfalls.
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New study will examine environmental antibiotic resistance
8 Jan 2015
A new £1.2million research project is hoping to boost our understanding of how pollution can promote environmental antibiotic resistance.
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Energy efficient homes linked to asthma
11 Dec 2014
New research shows the drive for energy efficient homes could increase asthma risks, as residents fail to heat and ventilate their properties.
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Drugs in the environment found to affect plant growth
5 Dec 2014
New study finds drugs in the environment impact plant growth.
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Environment and health collaboration kicks-off in Truro
20 Nov 2014
Experts from across the UK met in Truro this week, to begin work on research that will improve our understanding of environmental change.
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Take part in beach health survey
10 Nov 2014
Scientists in Cornwall are renewing an appeal for people to take part in a study that will shed light on the health effects of polluted seas.
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