Overview
Environmental determinants of health are crucial factors that influence our well-being. They encompass a range of elements, including air and water quality, housing conditions, and socioeconomic status. Understanding these determinants helps us recognize how our environment shapes our health outcome...
Key Terms
Example: Car emissions contribute to air pollution.
Example: Lead in drinking water is a serious contaminant.
Example: Low socioeconomic status can limit access to healthcare.
Example: Smoke-free laws are a public health policy.
Example: Regulations on industrial waste disposal.
Example: Improved air quality can lead to better health outcomes.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Air QualityWater QualityHousing ConditionsSocioeconomic Status