/library/oar/handle/123456789/48324 2026-06-10T20:51:29Z 2026-06-10T20:51:29Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/48655 2020-11-11T10:15:41Z 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Waste minimisation : waste producer responsability for management. Abstract: The emergence of environmental considerations in our lives are here to stay. Environmental issues are playing a role in, the pressures influencing policy - making in every country. Malta also considers the issue of wastes as a demanding one. So, even if we try to approach waste management solutions, there still seems to be a vast creation of wastes. The first phases of this project entailed a background history of the nature of wastes. The fact that wastes are a local challenge, was also considered as highlights from local newspapers abstracts. The project then focused on the surveys carried out among consumers and producers of packaging materials (Chemicals and Allied Products sector). Also included in the analysis were statistical models. Waste minimisation was discussed, with packaging considered as a case study. Such a pro-active approach, should be given a priority in a hierarchy of a waste management scheme. The means to the end of implementing waste minimisation is further research and education. Such tool, should be considered by all sectors of waste production - being Government institutions to private or residential sectors. Description: DIP.ENV.HEALTH

1998-01-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/48543 2020-11-11T09:26:42Z 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Early detection and prevention of skin cancer. Abstract: Skin cancer is a malignant tumour of the skin and known to be one of the most common forms of cancer. In 1995, 26% of the deaths in Malta were caused by cancer, of which approximately 33% died from skin cancer. Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma are the most common forms of skin cancer in Malta and in many other parts of the World, of which, mainly, are related to long-term exposure to sunlight. Rare skin disorders, such as Bowen 's disease, can be cancerous and may also lead to skin cancer as they may be related to sun exposure or any other risk factor. Even though, most skin cancers can be easily cured if treated early, many people die because they delay seeking treatment, especially from squamous cell carcinoma and malignant melanoma. Description: DIP.ENV.HEALTH

1998-01-01T00:00:00Z /library/oar/handle/123456789/48329 2020-11-11T08:58:13Z 1998-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: The use of treated water for the food industry. Abstract: Water is relatively simple molecule when chemically pure. In nature water is not pure but contains many impurities. These impurities must therefore be eliminated so that water can be used for the various purposes in our food industry. One of the most recent steps human made, to eliminate these impurities is, Reverse Osmosis. This is the most common water treatment system industrially used nowadays, and its popularity is always on the increase because of its performance. Once a Reverse Osmosis plant is installed, adequate pre-treatment and monitoring ensure that this performance is maintained. Treated water is than used in the various needs of the particular food industry. These needs may range from the equipment itself (needed in a production line) to the final addition of water to the end product. It is of a big importance therefore, that water is always treated prior to use, and if possible, why not being reused. Description: DIP.ENV.HEALTH

1998-01-01T00:00:00Z