Full course description
Description
The Traffic Health Impacts on Aging workshop explored the effects of traffic-related exposures, such as noise and air pollution, on aging populations. Key discussions included the impact of transportation noise on dementia, the challenges in accurately measuring exposure levels, and the role of environmental and social stressors in exacerbating health disparities. Researchers presented findings from Danish cohort studies and U.S.-based assessments, emphasizing the need for improved data granularity and interdisciplinary approaches.
Target Audience
Researchers, environmental health professionals, urban planners, public health policymakers, and healthcare providers interested in the intersections of environmental factors, aging, and cognitive health.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Understand the links between transportation noise, air pollution, and aging-related health outcomes, including dementia.
- Identify methodological challenges in measuring and analyzing traffic-related exposures.
- Recognize the role of environmental justice in addressing health disparities related to traffic-related pollution.
- Develop strategies for integrating diverse data sources to study long-term health effects of traffic exposure.