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COVID-19, the Built Environment, and Health.

Howard Frumkin
- 21 Jul 2021 - 
- Vol. 129, Iss: 7, pp 75001
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In this article, the authors describe how the built environment has both affected infectious disease transmission and evolved in response to infectious diseases, and the COVID-19 illustrates both dynamic dynamics.
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Background: Since the dawn of cities, the built environment has both affected infectious disease transmission and evolved in response to infectious diseases. COVID-19 illustrates both dynamics. The...

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What is the relationship between the built environment and respiratory health?

The built environment impacts respiratory health by influencing infectious disease transmission, as seen in the context of COVID-19, highlighting the interconnectedness between urban design and public health.

What are the biggest risks of the production of the built environment?

The paper does not specifically mention the biggest risks of the production of the built environment. The paper discusses the impact of the built environment on infectious disease transmission and how it has evolved in response to diseases like COVID-19.