Masters of Health Magazine May 2021 | Page 9

Nicole Bijlsma

ND, BHScAc(HONS), Grad Dip OHS,

Dip.Building Biology, PhD candidate

Nicole Bijlsma is a passionate crusader in the field of environmental medicine. As a result of her own infertility issues (ten miscarriages), and noticing a strong connection between many of her patient’s illnesses and hazards in their homes,  Nicole Bijlsma established the Australian College of Environmental Studies in 1999 dedicated to educating people about the health hazards like mould, wireless technologies and toxicants in the built environment.

Nicole has lectured at tertiary institutions for 30 years,  has published in peer reviewed journals and is regularly consulted by the media to discuss mould, electromagnetic fields and toxic chemicals, and lectures in Australia and abroad about environmental health issues.

Nicole is currently completing PhD at RMIT on environmental medicine. 

WHAT IS BUILDING BIOLOGIST?

Originating in Germany in the 1970s following the emergence of tight (sick) buildings in response to the oil crisis, building biology is an exciting and rapidly growing field that explores the health hazards in the built environment. A building biologist is trained to identify and address chemicals that affect indoor air quality and drinking water; allergens like house dust mites, pet dander, pollens, and moulds; and electromagnetic field issues. They are also trained in how to build a healthy home.

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The Australian College of Environmental Studies (ACES) is a world leader in Environmental Health education. Ready to become a Healthy Home Advisor or Feng Shui Consultant or Building Biologist? Go to: www.aces.edu.au.