We assess health effects of atmospheric environment in a global scale using epidemiological approaches.
Climate change
Extreme weather events (Heavy rainfall, drought...)
Global atmospheric environment and health (Vegetation fires, forest fires, peatland fires, Transboundary air pollution, Desert dust)
Urban air pollution
Meteorological factors (Ambient temperature, Rainfall)
We conduct epidemiological studies in long-term care settings on the following issues:
Management of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia
Residential care and home care
Caregiver burden
Psychotropic drug use
ADL, IADL, and mental functions
Social interaction