(d) Effects on human health and the environment

There were very few hard data on the health effects of low dose radiation.

(d) Undertake research work geared towards alleviating the effects of persistent organic pollutants on reproductive health

Concerned at the adverse impact of drug use on women's health, including the effects of fetal exposure,

Obesity is a public health and policy problem because of its prevalence, costs, and health effects.

The health effects of tobacco are the circumstances, mechanisms, and factors by which tobacco consumption affects human health.

Study after study has shown the devastating effects that indoor pollution has on women, children, and public health finances.

The adverse effects of the embargo on Cuban biotechnology have also been indirectly harmful to health in developing countries.

Other relevant information on adverse health effects should be included even when not required by the GHS classification criteria.

Iraq further asserts that Iran does not present sufficient evidence to establish the existence of adverse health effects in Iran, or the number of treatments provided as a result of the increased adverse health effects.

Beyond health effects, contamination could terrorize affected populations, prompting temporary flight and permanent relocation.

Recognizing that environmental damage has potentially negative effects on children and their enjoyment of their lives, health and satisfactory standard of living,

The high illiteracy rate among working age women has numerous adverse effects on domestic health, children's education levels and overall economic development.

(b) Effects of marine debris (the effects of marine debris on human health, safety, tourism and other economic activities, navigation, marine species, the marine environment and fisheries) (see A 60 63, paras. 241 247)

Damage to public health The claims in the fifth F4 instalment include claims by governments for losses or expenses resulting from damage to public health, in terms of adverse health effects on specific categories of residents of the claimant countries or on the general population.

Provide information on the dose, concentration or conditions of exposure that may cause adverse health effects. Where appropriate, doses should be linked to symptoms and effects, including the period of exposure likely to cause harm.

Taking into consideration the potential harmful effects of the use of armaments and ammunitions containing depleted uranium on human health and the environment,

6. Urges all States to refrain from using weapons with indiscriminate effects on human health, the environment and economic and social well being

On the basis of the nature, degree and duration of risk factors the safety or health risks of a female worker are assessed, as well as possible harmful effects on her pregnancy or on the health of the breastfed child.

For health effects where information is not available, this should be clearly stated. Health effects should be described accurately and relevant distinctions made. For example, allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis should be distinguished from each other.

A4.3.11.14.2 It is necessary to consider whether the concentration of each ingredient is sufficient to contribute to the overall health effects of the mixture. The information on toxic effects should be presented for each ingredient, except

Noting that the hazardous chemicals and pesticides covered by the Convention contribute to poverty through their adverse effects on human health and environmental resources,

Its efforts should help to provide a fuller picture of the health effects of that accident.

A4.3.3.2.3 When using a proportion range, the health and environmental hazard effects should describe the effects of the highest concentration of each ingredient, provided that the effects of the mixture as a whole are not available.

Here it is worth noting that there have been no documented human health effects from GM foods.

elimination of the effects of violence against women through rehabilitation measures for their physical and emotional health

Cancer remained the main concern among radiation induced health effects, although many factors entered into the disease.

It evaluates the evidence for radiation induced health effects from studies of the health of survivors of the atomic bombs in Japan and other exposed groups.

The work of UNIDIR, the Department for Disarmament Affairs and the Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue on Disarmament as Humanitarian Action has focused on the health effects of weapons and UNIDIR continues to collaborate with the University of Liverpool on the long term effects of the use of chemical weapons on civilians.

on the Effects of

Underlining the importance of broad dissemination of information regarding legislation on this subject and the negative effects on health of the transportation and dumping of illicit products and toxic wastes,

Post primary education has strong positive effects on the health status of women and girls, including in relation to fertility and mortality.12 Education and health are a necessary prerequisite for women's integration in the labour market.

It also reviews advances in scientific understanding of the mechanisms by which radiation induced health effects can occur.

Measures to prevent the adverse effects of chemicals on the health of children, pregnant women, fertile populations, the elderly, the poor and other vulnerable groups are inadequate.

Emission from construction material, and the effects of smoking, household dust, open flames and burning objects (carbon, nitrogen dioxide) and such are not included in the monitoring and interpretation of effects on human health of air in closed living spaces and working environments.

Nuclear claims between the U.S. and the Marshall Islands are ongoing, and health effects from these nuclear tests linger.

Other important factors are age, general health, and a person's views about potential treatments and their possible side effects.

The use of depleted uranium (DU) in munitions is controversial because of questions about potential long term health effects.

A recent publication in the Lancet medical journal claims that the crisis is also incurring adverse health effects on the populace, while suicides and criminality are reportedly mounting.

In the context of defending the rights of the child, Belarus believed that particular emphasis should be placed on minimizing the harmful effects of environmental pollution on children's health and well being.

The Committee would continue to provide the scientific basis for better understanding of the radiation health effects of the accident.

Iraq also states that there is evidence demonstrating that the health effects of the pollutants, even in Kuwait, were insignificant.

UNIDIR is cooperating with the World Health Organization, other United Nations bodies and NGOs on the effects of and issues pertaining to interpersonal violence and the spread of weapons.

Effects of armed conflicts on treaties.

Effects on other international transport agreements