Health

Air pollution, white matter microstructure, and brain volumes Periods of susceptibility from pregnancy to preadolescence

TagsEnvironmental Pollution Journal, Health, pollution, Science Direct
The Unbearable Menace — Airport Noise – EHS News James McCaroll 09/72_vol_20_9_SPL-SP-SST_20220828163514

TagsEnvironmental Health & Safety News, Health, letter, Noise, UWDEOHS
Compendium of WHO and other UN guidance on health and environment

Welcome to the global repository of interventions for creating healthier environments and improving health The Compendium is a comprehensive collection of available WHO and other United Nations (UN) guidance for improving health by creating healthier environments. It provides an overview and easy access of 500 actions, and a framework for thinking about health and environment

CategoriesFrom The WebTagsEnvironment, Health, WHO, World Health Organization
2022-01-04
Compendium of WHO and other UN guidance on health and environment – Environmental Noise (2022)

CategoriesChange The Culture, Key DocumentsTagsHealth, Noise, UN, WHO, World Health OrganizationStudy TopicsNoise
Characterization of annual average traffic-related air pollution levels (particle number,1 black carbon, nitrogen dioxide, PM2.5 , carbon dioxide) in the greater Seattle area from a2 year-long mobile monitoring campaign 2021.09.18.2 (pre-print)

TagsAir Quality Monitors, Health, pollution, UWDEOHS
Washington Tracking Network

Welcome to WTN, a Washington State Department of Health program focused on making public health data more accessible. WTN staff keep data in all tools up to date and develop additional data based on need and availability. Data are available for download and exploration using our four tools.

CategoriesResourcesTagsEnvironment, Health, pollution, Washington State Department Of Health
Sounding the alarm: How noise hurts the heart

Loud road and air traffic has been linked to a greater risk of high blood pressure, heart attacks and strokes. Scientists are uncovering new details about how what you hear stresses the cardiovascular system. By Cypress Hansen In 2011, Germany’s Frankfurt Airport — the country’s busiest — unveiled its fourth runway. The addition sparked major

TagsHealth, Knowable, Thomas Münzel
Beacon Hill Air & Noise Pollution Community Meeting Zoom Video

https://seatacnoise.info/wp-content/uploads/20ECZoomCommunityReportBack12-5-20%20copy.mp4 Seattle Beacon Hill Air & Noise Pollution Community Meeting Dec 5, 2020 10:00 AM sponsored by El Centro De La Raza and hosted by Maria Batayola. Featured speakers were Congressman Adam Smith and Dr. Edmund Seto of UW DEOHS. Related: The Relationship Between Flight Traffic, Ultrafine Particles and Noise from the Seattle Aircraft Air

TagsAdam Smith, Beacon Hill, DEOHS, Health, pollution, Ultrafine Particulates, UW
The Relationship between Airplane Emissions & Pre-Mature Births

The Relationship between Airplane Emissions & Pre-Mature Births

TagsBeacon Hill, Health, Kris Johnson, pollution
SKCDOH Community Health and Airport Operations Related Pollution Report December 2020

Community Health and Airport Operations Related Noise and Air Pollution: Report to the Legislature in Response to Washington State HOUSE BILL 1109 The reference to HB 1109 (2019) refers to the fact that it was funded by a Budget Proviso. All such funding is voted on in an omnibus spending bill (HB 1109) in Sections

TagsEdmund Seto, HB 1109, Health, King County Public Health, Kris Johnson, Timothy LarsonStudy TopicsHealth

Upcoming Events

Port of Seattle Regular Commission Meeting April 28, 2026
Add to CalendarMTuesday Apr 28: 12:00pm
17801 International Blvd, Seattle, WA 98158

# New Business Items
**Order No. 2026-04:** Directs Executive Director to explore a program facilitating secure area access for union business requirements at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.

**Resolution No. 3848:** Approves Port's participation in City of Bellevue's Tax Increment Area.

**Fishermen's Terminal C-15 Building Improvements:** Authorization for Executive Director to approve funding to advertise and execute a major public works construction contract for project completion.
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StART (SEA Stakeholder Advisory Round Table) Meeting
Add to CalendarMWednesday Apr 29, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Zoom Webinar

- **SAMP Environmental Review**: Detailed comparison between SEPA Environmental Impact Statement and NEPA Environmental Assessment processes for Near-Term Projects
- **Community Roundtable Updates**: Progress report on airport stakeholder engagement initiatives
- **Next Steps**: Implementation timeline for environmental review findings

**Notable Action Item:**
Public comment period opened for stakeholder input on airport development plans.
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KCIA Vision 2045 Open House
Add to CalendarMThursday May 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
KCIA Flight Service Station, 6526 Ellis Ave. S. Seattle, WA 98108

King County International Airport-Boeing Field is at a pivotal moment, developing comprehensive plans that will determine its operations through 2045. The airport's Vision 2045 Airport Plan and Part 150 Study represent crucial strategic initiatives to balance safe, efficient operations with evolving aviation demands and community needs.

Join airport officials on Thursday, May 14 (5:30-7:30 p.m.) at the KCIA Flight Service Station to discover the preferred alternative for the airport's future development. This isn't just another planning meeting—it's your opportunity to understand how proposed projects and improvements will directly impact aviation services, local operations, and surrounding communities.

The Vision 2045 plan incorporates extensive stakeholder feedback and addresses critical infrastructure needs for future demand. Meanwhile, the Part 150 Study focuses on noise compatibility programs, ensuring community concerns remain central to planning decisions.

With environmental analysis nearing completion and submissions to King County Council and the FAA approaching, this open house offers essential insights into decisions that will shape regional aviation for decades.

Visit KCIAplanning.com for updates.
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