Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Leanne Fawkes"
- Leanne Fawkes' recent research focuses on environmental health disparities in underserved communities, specifically in the Greater Fifth Ward of Houston, Texas, highlighting issues related to exposure to contaminants and associated health risks.
- Her studies employ community-based participatory research (CBPR) methods to involve local residents in the research process and inform findings related to self-rated health, physical health scores, and toxic exposure from both natural and anthropogenic hazards.
- Key findings reveal significant health impacts connected to proximity to toxic release facilities and soil contaminants like heavy metals and polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), underlining the urgent need for effective remediation strategies and improved environmental health policies in affected neighborhoods.
