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Protecting public health from water-borne illness at the beach
Swimming at public beaches is an increasingly popular activity among Canadians. Poor recreational water quality increases the risk of acute gastrointestinal illness, as well as other illnesses, among beachgoers. Understanding the environmental causes associated with beach water quality as well as the burden of recreational water illness can help inform beach monitoring programs and contribute to improved public health. Our research team aims to address through various research activities.
Swimming at public beaches is an increasingly popular activity among Canadians. Poor recreational water quality increases the risk of acute gastrointestinal illness, as well as other illnesses, among beachgoers. Understanding the environmental causes associated with beach water quality as well as the burden of recreational water illness can help inform beach monitoring programs and contribute to improved public health. Our research team aims to address through various research activities.
Research Projects
Research Projects
Beach Cohort Study
Beach Cohort Study
Identify the burden of recreational water illness among Canadian beachgoers.
Cyanobacterial Blooms at Beaches
Cyanobacterial Blooms at Beaches
Investigating the burden of recreational water illness from blue-green algae in Canadian freshwater beaches.
Predictors of Fecal Pollution at Beaches
Predictors of Fecal Pollution at Beaches
Investigating which environmental factors are associated with E. coli levels at beaches across Canada.
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