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What does the digestive system include?

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The digestive system consists of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, small and large intestines and the auxiliary organs-liver and pancreas. This complex system is responsible for nutrient breakdown, absorption and hormones.

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What is the endocrine system?

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The endocrine system is made up of hormone-secreting glands.

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What is included in the immune system?

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The immune system is a complex cohort of highly specialized cells, proteins, tissues, and organs that make up the body’s defense system against internal and foreign stress agents. It is affected by toxins, poor sleep and nutrition.

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What body parts are included in the integumentary system?

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The skin, hair, nails form the outer layer of the body, or the integumentary system. It functions to protect internal organs from impact, prevents water loss, regulates body temperature and protects the body against foreign pathogens and harmful toxins.

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What is included in the muscular system?

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The human muscular system is comprised of skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles. It supports posture, movement, blood circulation and digestion. The muscular system is also responsible for generating heat through contraction of muscles.

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What is the nervous system responsible for?

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The nervous system includes the central nervous system, made up of the brain and spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system, composed of nerves. The nervous system is directly and indirectly responsible for controlling nearly every bodily process, including movement, cognitive processes and maintenance of vital organs.

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How is the reproductive system defined?

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The reproductive system consists of hormone-secreting glands in the brain and reproductive organs. Failure to maintain proper reproductive health can have negative consequences on overall health. Further, the effects of this system are broad reaching and can have an impact on personal and prenatal health.

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What does the respiratory system include?

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The respiratory system includes the mouth, nose, diaphragm, the trachea and the airways that reach deep into the lungs. The respiratory system works in tandem with the circulatory system in order to provide oxygen and remove carbon dioxide from the body tissues.

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What does the skeletal system support?

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The skeletal system provides support and movement, protects internal organs against impact, stores minerals , produces blood cells and aids in hormone regulation. Similarly to the closely related muscular system, skeletal health is strongly affected by proper nutrition and adequate levels of physical activity.

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What is included in the urinary system?

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The urinary system consists of the kidneys, ureters, bladder and the urethra. The urinary system serves a number of critical functions, including the filtration of toxins, balance of blood pH and electrolytes, maintenance of blood pressure and the elimination of waste though urine.

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What is the number one environmental cause of premature mortality?

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Air pollution is the number one environmental cause of premature mortality, contributing to 50,000 premature deaths annually in the US and approximately 7 million, or one in 8 deaths worldwide.

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What must be included in the smoking Ban feature?

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Indoor - Smoking and the use of e-cigarettes is prohibited inside the building. Outdoor - Smoking ban within 25 feet of all entrances, operable windows, and air intakes. Additional smoking ban on all decks, balconies, patios, rooftops and installation of signage detailing the hazards of smoking in any permitted areas outside of ban distances.

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According the the EPA, how much time do Americans spend indoors?

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90%, Well looks to balance time between indoors and outdoors.

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For the Food Production Optimization, what should be installed?

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A garden or greenhouse at a size of 1sf per person up to 754 sf.

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What would View Window Shading help with?

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Solar Glare Control.

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What body system does Altruism affect?

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Nervous System

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What does the WELL Building standard focus on?

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The well being of the people in the building. This is the first standard of its kind that focuses solely on the health and wellness of building occupants.

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What three types of projects can the WELL building standard be applied to?

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New and Existing Buildings
New and existing interiors
Core and shell developments

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When was the WELL standard launched?

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October 2014

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What does IWBI stand for?

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International WELL Building Institute

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Who pioneered the Well building standard?

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WELL Building standard was pioneered by Delos and is administered by IWBI, and is third party certified through GBCI.

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Who is the founder of IWBI?

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Paul Scialla

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What are the factors that play a vital role in cardiovascular health that are addressed by the WELL Building standard.

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Stress, nutrition, fitness and environmental pollutants

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According to the WELL Building standard, what things can negatively impact cardiovascular health?

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Stress, unhealthy diets and lifestyle choices

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What projects qualify for Multifamily Residential?

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Projects with at least five dwelling units in a single building, including apartments, condos, townhouses and other residential complexes within all market thresholds.