This document discusses environmental health and related concepts. It begins by defining key terms like health, community health, and environmental health. It then summarizes Nightingale's environmental theory which emphasized factors like ventilation, light, cleanliness, and warmth. It also outlines four categories of environmental health hazards: biological, physical, chemical, and psychosocial. Specific examples are given for each. The document then discusses how environmental factors can influence health conditions and issues. It concludes by outlining some major Indian environmental protection acts.
The document discusses environmental health and its impact on human health. It defines environmental health as aspects of human health determined by physical, chemical, biological, social and psychological factors in the environment. Factors like pollution, hazardous waste and environmental issues can negatively impact health, potentially causing diseases. Laws like the National Green Tribunal Act, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, and Environment Protection Act were enacted in India to regulate environmental protection.
This document discusses conceptualizing health and the environment. It defines health as complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not just the absence of disease. The environment is an important factor that interacts with the host and agent in influencing health outcomes. The environment includes physical, biological, and psychosocial factors that can impact human health.
This document provides information about environmental health and related topics. It begins by defining environmental health and its components, including the biological, physical, socio-cultural, economic, and political environments. It then discusses various environmental health issues in more detail, such as pollution, water and sanitation, waste disposal, and the roles of environmental impact assessments and nurses. The document aims to educate students on concepts of environmental health and how to promote health through effective environmental management.
The document discusses community and environmental health. It defines community health as maintaining, protecting, and improving the health of community members through organized efforts. Environmental health comprises physical, chemical, biological, social, and psychosocial factors that influence health. A healthy community is characterized by a clean environment, access to resources, social harmony, and participation in solving local health problems. The document outlines issues like improper waste disposal, pollution, disease control, drug abuse, and peace and order that impact community environmental health.
Health care Environment, Economics, Policies & Political process in Nursing P...VeereshDemashetti
The document provides information on health care environment and related topics. It begins with definitions of health and environmental health. It then discusses Florence Nightingale's environmental theory of nursing, including the components of physical, psychological, and social environments according to her theory. The document also covers environmental health hazards in four categories, environmental influences on health, emerging environmental issues like global warming and acid rain, and the Environmental Protection Agency. It concludes with sections on economics concepts and indicators in health care as well as the planning process.
This document discusses how a community's environment can impact people's health. It defines a healthy community as one where groups work together to promote healthy living. Characteristics of healthy communities include access to healthcare, education, healthy foods, and fitness opportunities. An unhealthy environment can increase health risks and costs through factors like pollution, lack of healthcare access, and high rates of disease. Maintaining a healthy community requires coordinated efforts to address environmental issues that threaten public health.
Effects of Environment on Health by Green YatraGreen Yatra
The document discusses the effects of the environment on human health. It defines environmental health and discusses factors like air and water quality, food and water safety, and waste disposal that can impact health. It also addresses how the environment affects children and describes common health issues related to environmental factors like respiratory, gastrointestinal, and skin problems. Global warming and pollution are highlighted as major challenges, as well as steps that can be taken to address environmental health issues.
The document discusses environmental health and its impact on human health. It defines environmental health as aspects of human health determined by physical, chemical, biological, social and psychological factors in the environment. Factors like pollution, hazardous waste and environmental issues can negatively impact health, potentially causing diseases. Laws like the National Green Tribunal Act, Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, and Environment Protection Act were enacted in India to regulate environmental protection.
This document discusses conceptualizing health and the environment. It defines health as complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not just the absence of disease. The environment is an important factor that interacts with the host and agent in influencing health outcomes. The environment includes physical, biological, and psychosocial factors that can impact human health.
This document provides information about environmental health and related topics. It begins by defining environmental health and its components, including the biological, physical, socio-cultural, economic, and political environments. It then discusses various environmental health issues in more detail, such as pollution, water and sanitation, waste disposal, and the roles of environmental impact assessments and nurses. The document aims to educate students on concepts of environmental health and how to promote health through effective environmental management.
The document discusses community and environmental health. It defines community health as maintaining, protecting, and improving the health of community members through organized efforts. Environmental health comprises physical, chemical, biological, social, and psychosocial factors that influence health. A healthy community is characterized by a clean environment, access to resources, social harmony, and participation in solving local health problems. The document outlines issues like improper waste disposal, pollution, disease control, drug abuse, and peace and order that impact community environmental health.
Health care Environment, Economics, Policies & Political process in Nursing P...VeereshDemashetti
The document provides information on health care environment and related topics. It begins with definitions of health and environmental health. It then discusses Florence Nightingale's environmental theory of nursing, including the components of physical, psychological, and social environments according to her theory. The document also covers environmental health hazards in four categories, environmental influences on health, emerging environmental issues like global warming and acid rain, and the Environmental Protection Agency. It concludes with sections on economics concepts and indicators in health care as well as the planning process.
This document discusses how a community's environment can impact people's health. It defines a healthy community as one where groups work together to promote healthy living. Characteristics of healthy communities include access to healthcare, education, healthy foods, and fitness opportunities. An unhealthy environment can increase health risks and costs through factors like pollution, lack of healthcare access, and high rates of disease. Maintaining a healthy community requires coordinated efforts to address environmental issues that threaten public health.
Effects of Environment on Health by Green YatraGreen Yatra
The document discusses the effects of the environment on human health. It defines environmental health and discusses factors like air and water quality, food and water safety, and waste disposal that can impact health. It also addresses how the environment affects children and describes common health issues related to environmental factors like respiratory, gastrointestinal, and skin problems. Global warming and pollution are highlighted as major challenges, as well as steps that can be taken to address environmental health issues.
Environmental health and disaster managementEurice Nshiti
Presentation on environmental health (Definition of environmental health and other concepts, Pollution; air, land , and water) and disasters (Definition, types, and management)
Evaluate the ways that environmental exposures affect human health doc 21.docxintel-writers.com
Environmental exposures
can have a significant impact on human health in various ways. Evaluating these effects requires considering the different types of environmental exposures and understanding their potential health risks. Here are some ways that environmental exposures can affect human health:
Air Pollution: Exposure to air pollutants such as particulate matter, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide can lead to respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and increased risk of lung cancer. Prolonged exposure to poor air quality can exacerbate asthma and other respiratory conditions, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions.
Water Contamination: Contaminated water sources can pose health risks through the presence of pathogens, chemical pollutants, heavy metals, and other contaminants. Ingesting or using contaminated water can lead to gastrointestinal illnesses, waterborne diseases, and long-term health problems such as kidney damage, neurological disorders, and cancer.
Chemical Exposures: Exposure to hazardous chemicals, both in the workplace and in everyday environments, can have detrimental effects on human health. Chemicals found in pesticides, industrial products, cleaning agents, and consumer goods can lead to acute and chronic health conditions, including respiratory issues, skin disorders, hormonal imbalances, reproductive problems, and cancer.
Food Safety: Contaminated or improperly handled food can result in foodborne illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and toxins. These illnesses can range from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to severe complications and can affect large populations during foodborne disease outbreaks. Additionally, long-term exposure to certain contaminants in food, such as heavy metals or pesticide residues, can lead to chronic health effects.
Climate Change: The changing climate has diverse impacts on human health. Heatwaves and extreme temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses, cardiovascular stress, and exacerbation of existing health conditions. Altered weather patterns can affect the distribution of disease-carrying vectors like mosquitoes, increasing the risk of vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. Climate-related events like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires can also have direct and indirect health consequences.
Noise Pollution: Prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels can lead to hearing loss, sleep disturbances, stress, and increased risk of cardiovascular disorders. Noise pollution from sources such as transportation, industrial activities, and urban environments can negatively impact both physical and mental well-being.
Radiation Exposure: Ionizing radiation from sources such as nuclear accidents, medical procedures, or occupational settings can have detrimental effects on human health, including an increased risk of cancer, genetic mutations, and other radi
An Introduction to Environment and Health.pptxE L Harish
This document discusses environmental hazards and their impact on human health. It begins by defining key concepts like health, disease, and the epidemiological triad. It then outlines various types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological and sociological hazards. Specific examples are provided for each type of hazard. The document emphasizes that the environment is an important determinant of health and improper environmental management can increase disease outbreaks and risks.
tHESE SLIDES ARE PREPAREED TO UNDERSTAND about ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS IN INDIA IN EASY WAY Important links- NOTES- https://mynursingstudents.blogspot.com/ youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/MYSTUDENTSU... CHANEL PLAYLIST- ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY-https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPM3VTGVUXIeswKJ3XGaD2p COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPyslPNdIJoVjiXEDTVEDzs CHILD HEALTH NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gANcslmv0DXg6BWmWN359Gvg FIRST AID- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAMvGqeqH2ZTklzFAZhOrvgP HCM- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAM7mZ1vZhQBHWbdLnLb-cH9 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPFxu78NDLpGPaxEmK1fTao COMMUNICABLE DISEASES- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAOWo4IwNjLU_LCuhRN0ZLeb ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPkI6LvfS8Zu1nm6mZi9FK6 MSN- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAOdyoHnDLAoR_o8M6ccqYBm HINDI ONLY- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAN4L-FJ3s_IEXgZCijGUA1A ENGLISH ONLY- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAMYv2a1hFcq4W1nBjTnRkHP facebook profile- https://www.facebook.com/suresh.kr.lrhs/ FACEBOOK PAGE- https://www.facebook.com/My-Student-S... facebook group NURSING NOTES- https://www.facebook.com/groups/24139... FOR MAKING EASY NOTES YOU CAN ALSO VISIT MY BLOG – BLOGGER- https://mynursingstudents.blogspot.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mystudentsu... Twitter- https://twitter.com/student_system?s=08 #PEM, #ASHA,#DIPHTHERIA,#ICDS,#nurses,#ASSESSMENT, #APPEARENCE,#PULSE,#GRIMACE,#REFLEX,#RESPIRATION,#RESUSCITATION,#NEWBORN,#BABY,#VIRGINIA, #CHILD, #OXYGEN,#CYANOSIS,#OPTICNERVE, #SARACHNA,#MYSTUDENTSUPPORTSYSTEM, #rashes,#nursingclasses, #communityhealthnursing,#ANM, #GNM, #BSCNURING,#NURSINGSTUDENTS, #WHO,#NURSINGINSTITUTION,#COLLEGEOFNURSING,#nursingofficer,#COMMUNITYHEALTHOFFICE,#HEALTHPROBLEMS
Environmental health pubh 2053 class 1, 2dr natasha
This document contains the class schedule and lecture materials for an Environmental Health course taught by Dr. Natasha K. The class schedule lists the topics to be covered each week, including fundamentals of environmental health, common factors, air and water quality issues, and a midterm exam. The lecture materials provide definitions of key terms like environment, built environment, and natural environment. It also discusses the epidemiological triad model and how health depends on and interacts with various environments. The relationship between environmental health and other disciplines like epidemiology and toxicology is also summarized.
The document summarizes environmental health and its importance. It defines environmental health as preventing illness by identifying and limiting exposure to hazardous agents in the environment. It notes that nearly 1 in 4 global deaths are due to unhealthy environments. The components of the environment discussed are the physical environment (air, water, soil), biological environment (plants, animals, microbes), and psychosocial environment (customs, culture, socioeconomics). Maintaining a clean, safe environment promotes well-being, while an unhealthy environment can cause depression, stress, malnutrition and other health issues.
The document discusses the environment and its impact on community health. It defines environment as everything external to the human body, including the physical, biological, and social surroundings. The physical environment comprises air, water, housing, food, waste, and places of work. The biological environment includes animals, plants, bacteria, viruses, fungi, and rodents. The social environment consists of cultural values, customs, beliefs, attitudes, morals, religion, education, standard of living, and economics. Environmental factors like unsafe water, contaminated food, air pollution, noise, toxicants, and poor sanitation can negatively impact community health. Community health nurses should educate communities about environmental hazards and how to avoid or minimize their effects.
This document provides an introduction to environmental health from Dr. Eman M. Mortada. It defines key terms, outlines learning objectives, and discusses the interdisciplinary nature of environmental health. Specifically, it explores the relationships between the environment, health, and disease. It examines how the environment can impact human health through various hazards like biological, chemical, and physical hazards. It also discusses how human activities impact the environment and provides some historical context of the field through figures like Hippocrates and John Snow.
Safety is the most important attribute for preventing hazards to health. Health hazards pose major risks and worries. Health refers to good physical and mental well-being without disease, while a hazard is a risk of damage. Hazards can be physical or health-related, with health hazards including acute toxicity, carcinogenicity, and reproductive toxicity. Environmental health concerns the factors affecting human, animal, and ecosystem health, and focuses on themes like air and water quality. Diseases linked to the environment include asthma, cancer, and lung disease. Environmental pollution occurs when substances cannot be naturally broken down, and includes air, water, and land pollution from sources such as industry and CFC emissions that deplete the ozone layer.
This document discusses environmental hazards and their impact on human health. It defines health and provides the epidemiological triad model. It describes different types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, and sociological hazards. Specific examples are given for different hazard types like waterborne diseases, foodborne diseases, vector-borne diseases, lead exposure, and natural disasters. The document emphasizes that the environment interacts with humans and agents to impact disease.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
Environment and Health a brief presentation.pptE L Harish
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines various types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and those related to site and location. Specific examples are given for different environmental hazards and their impact on human health. The document concludes by discussing natural disasters as a geographical hazard.
The document discusses various topics related to pollution and human health. It defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being that involves more than just the absence of disease. Poor health can result from issues like poor nutrition, obesity, and lack of physical activity. The three main types of pollution are air, water, and land pollution. Air pollution can cause respiratory illnesses and cancer, while water pollution spreads diseases and contaminates food sources. Maintaining good hygiene is important for preventing infection and protecting overall health.
The document discusses the relationship between the environment and human health. It states that a polluted environment poses serious threats to human existence, as environmental degradation from factors like pollution, overpopulation, urbanization, and depletion of natural resources negatively impact human health. It provides examples of different types of pollution - air, water, soil - and how they can increase diseases and health issues in humans. The conclusion emphasizes that sustainable development which considers the relationship between humans and nature is needed to protect human life and health.
The document discusses common global environmental health issues and their effects. It defines environment and its three components: physical, biological, and social. Major environmental issues addressed include water pollution, air pollution, climate change, and ozone depletion. Water pollution is caused by sewage, industrial waste, and agricultural runoff and leads to diseases. Air pollution sources include vehicles, industries, and domestic activities and affects health and the environment. Environmental health issues in Pakistan include water quality, sanitation, air pollution, healthcare waste, and chemicals. Proper waste management is needed to reduce health risks from hazardous hospital waste.
This document discusses biodiversity and its relationship to health. It defines biodiversity as the variability among living organisms, including diversity within and between species and ecosystems. It describes how biodiversity is measured and indicators used to assess biodiversity conditions. The document outlines how ecosystems function and threats to biodiversity like habitat loss. Loss of biodiversity can consequences like reduced ecosystem productivity. Maintaining biodiversity is crucial for supporting human well-being and development. Environmental health, ecological health, and ecosystem health are discussed in relation to human health. Factors influencing health like genetics, environment, and lifestyle are summarized. The impacts of technology, climate change, and pollutants on biodiversity and health are also covered.
Epidemiology is defined as the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations. It describes how diseases are distributed among populations in terms of person, place, and time, and identifies the causes and risk factors that influence disease occurrence. Some key objectives of epidemiology are to identify disease etiology, determine disease extent and progression, and evaluate preventive and therapeutic interventions. John Snow is considered the father of epidemiology for his studies in 1854 tracing the source of a cholera outbreak in London to contaminated water from a certain pump.
This document defines epidemiology and describes its key concepts. Epidemiology is defined as "the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations." It involves describing disease frequency and patterns, identifying causes, and applying this knowledge to disease prevention and control. Key terms are introduced, such as endemic, epidemic, pandemic, vectors, and reservoirs. The document also provides a brief history of epidemiology, mentioning figures like John Snow and Florence Nightingale, and outlines the objectives and uses of epidemiology.
Environmental health and disaster managementEurice Nshiti
Presentation on environmental health (Definition of environmental health and other concepts, Pollution; air, land , and water) and disasters (Definition, types, and management)
Evaluate the ways that environmental exposures affect human health doc 21.docxintel-writers.com
Environmental exposures
can have a significant impact on human health in various ways. Evaluating these effects requires considering the different types of environmental exposures and understanding their potential health risks. Here are some ways that environmental exposures can affect human health:
Air Pollution: Exposure to air pollutants such as particulate matter, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, and sulfur dioxide can lead to respiratory issues, cardiovascular problems, and increased risk of lung cancer. Prolonged exposure to poor air quality can exacerbate asthma and other respiratory conditions, particularly in vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions.
Water Contamination: Contaminated water sources can pose health risks through the presence of pathogens, chemical pollutants, heavy metals, and other contaminants. Ingesting or using contaminated water can lead to gastrointestinal illnesses, waterborne diseases, and long-term health problems such as kidney damage, neurological disorders, and cancer.
Chemical Exposures: Exposure to hazardous chemicals, both in the workplace and in everyday environments, can have detrimental effects on human health. Chemicals found in pesticides, industrial products, cleaning agents, and consumer goods can lead to acute and chronic health conditions, including respiratory issues, skin disorders, hormonal imbalances, reproductive problems, and cancer.
Food Safety: Contaminated or improperly handled food can result in foodborne illnesses caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites, and toxins. These illnesses can range from mild gastrointestinal symptoms to severe complications and can affect large populations during foodborne disease outbreaks. Additionally, long-term exposure to certain contaminants in food, such as heavy metals or pesticide residues, can lead to chronic health effects.
Climate Change: The changing climate has diverse impacts on human health. Heatwaves and extreme temperatures can result in heat-related illnesses, cardiovascular stress, and exacerbation of existing health conditions. Altered weather patterns can affect the distribution of disease-carrying vectors like mosquitoes, increasing the risk of vector-borne diseases such as malaria, dengue fever, and Zika virus. Climate-related events like hurricanes, floods, and wildfires can also have direct and indirect health consequences.
Noise Pollution: Prolonged exposure to excessive noise levels can lead to hearing loss, sleep disturbances, stress, and increased risk of cardiovascular disorders. Noise pollution from sources such as transportation, industrial activities, and urban environments can negatively impact both physical and mental well-being.
Radiation Exposure: Ionizing radiation from sources such as nuclear accidents, medical procedures, or occupational settings can have detrimental effects on human health, including an increased risk of cancer, genetic mutations, and other radi
An Introduction to Environment and Health.pptxE L Harish
This document discusses environmental hazards and their impact on human health. It begins by defining key concepts like health, disease, and the epidemiological triad. It then outlines various types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological and sociological hazards. Specific examples are provided for each type of hazard. The document emphasizes that the environment is an important determinant of health and improper environmental management can increase disease outbreaks and risks.
tHESE SLIDES ARE PREPAREED TO UNDERSTAND about ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROBLEMS IN INDIA IN EASY WAY Important links- NOTES- https://mynursingstudents.blogspot.com/ youtube channel https://www.youtube.com/c/MYSTUDENTSU... CHANEL PLAYLIST- ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY-https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPM3VTGVUXIeswKJ3XGaD2p COMMUNITY HEALTH NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPyslPNdIJoVjiXEDTVEDzs CHILD HEALTH NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gANcslmv0DXg6BWmWN359Gvg FIRST AID- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAMvGqeqH2ZTklzFAZhOrvgP HCM- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAM7mZ1vZhQBHWbdLnLb-cH9 FUNDAMENTALS OF NURSING- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPFxu78NDLpGPaxEmK1fTao COMMUNICABLE DISEASES- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAOWo4IwNjLU_LCuhRN0ZLeb ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAPkI6LvfS8Zu1nm6mZi9FK6 MSN- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAOdyoHnDLAoR_o8M6ccqYBm HINDI ONLY- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAN4L-FJ3s_IEXgZCijGUA1A ENGLISH ONLY- https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL93S13oM2gAMYv2a1hFcq4W1nBjTnRkHP facebook profile- https://www.facebook.com/suresh.kr.lrhs/ FACEBOOK PAGE- https://www.facebook.com/My-Student-S... facebook group NURSING NOTES- https://www.facebook.com/groups/24139... FOR MAKING EASY NOTES YOU CAN ALSO VISIT MY BLOG – BLOGGER- https://mynursingstudents.blogspot.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/mystudentsu... Twitter- https://twitter.com/student_system?s=08 #PEM, #ASHA,#DIPHTHERIA,#ICDS,#nurses,#ASSESSMENT, #APPEARENCE,#PULSE,#GRIMACE,#REFLEX,#RESPIRATION,#RESUSCITATION,#NEWBORN,#BABY,#VIRGINIA, #CHILD, #OXYGEN,#CYANOSIS,#OPTICNERVE, #SARACHNA,#MYSTUDENTSUPPORTSYSTEM, #rashes,#nursingclasses, #communityhealthnursing,#ANM, #GNM, #BSCNURING,#NURSINGSTUDENTS, #WHO,#NURSINGINSTITUTION,#COLLEGEOFNURSING,#nursingofficer,#COMMUNITYHEALTHOFFICE,#HEALTHPROBLEMS
Environmental health pubh 2053 class 1, 2dr natasha
This document contains the class schedule and lecture materials for an Environmental Health course taught by Dr. Natasha K. The class schedule lists the topics to be covered each week, including fundamentals of environmental health, common factors, air and water quality issues, and a midterm exam. The lecture materials provide definitions of key terms like environment, built environment, and natural environment. It also discusses the epidemiological triad model and how health depends on and interacts with various environments. The relationship between environmental health and other disciplines like epidemiology and toxicology is also summarized.
The document summarizes environmental health and its importance. It defines environmental health as preventing illness by identifying and limiting exposure to hazardous agents in the environment. It notes that nearly 1 in 4 global deaths are due to unhealthy environments. The components of the environment discussed are the physical environment (air, water, soil), biological environment (plants, animals, microbes), and psychosocial environment (customs, culture, socioeconomics). Maintaining a clean, safe environment promotes well-being, while an unhealthy environment can cause depression, stress, malnutrition and other health issues.
The document discusses the environment and its impact on community health. It defines environment as everything external to the human body, including the physical, biological, and social surroundings. The physical environment comprises air, water, housing, food, waste, and places of work. The biological environment includes animals, plants, bacteria, viruses, fungi, and rodents. The social environment consists of cultural values, customs, beliefs, attitudes, morals, religion, education, standard of living, and economics. Environmental factors like unsafe water, contaminated food, air pollution, noise, toxicants, and poor sanitation can negatively impact community health. Community health nurses should educate communities about environmental hazards and how to avoid or minimize their effects.
This document provides an introduction to environmental health from Dr. Eman M. Mortada. It defines key terms, outlines learning objectives, and discusses the interdisciplinary nature of environmental health. Specifically, it explores the relationships between the environment, health, and disease. It examines how the environment can impact human health through various hazards like biological, chemical, and physical hazards. It also discusses how human activities impact the environment and provides some historical context of the field through figures like Hippocrates and John Snow.
Safety is the most important attribute for preventing hazards to health. Health hazards pose major risks and worries. Health refers to good physical and mental well-being without disease, while a hazard is a risk of damage. Hazards can be physical or health-related, with health hazards including acute toxicity, carcinogenicity, and reproductive toxicity. Environmental health concerns the factors affecting human, animal, and ecosystem health, and focuses on themes like air and water quality. Diseases linked to the environment include asthma, cancer, and lung disease. Environmental pollution occurs when substances cannot be naturally broken down, and includes air, water, and land pollution from sources such as industry and CFC emissions that deplete the ozone layer.
This document discusses environmental hazards and their impact on human health. It defines health and provides the epidemiological triad model. It describes different types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, and sociological hazards. Specific examples are given for different hazard types like waterborne diseases, foodborne diseases, vector-borne diseases, lead exposure, and natural disasters. The document emphasizes that the environment interacts with humans and agents to impact disease.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
Environment and Health a brief presentation.pptE L Harish
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines the course, defining environment, components of environment, and various environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and site/location hazards. Specific examples are given for different types of hazards.
This document provides an overview of an introductory lecture on environment and health. It discusses key concepts like the definition of health, determinants of health, and the epidemiological triad. It also outlines various types of environmental hazards including biological, chemical, physical, psychological, sociological, and those related to site and location. Specific examples are given for different environmental hazards and their impact on human health. The document concludes by discussing natural disasters as a geographical hazard.
The document discusses various topics related to pollution and human health. It defines health as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being that involves more than just the absence of disease. Poor health can result from issues like poor nutrition, obesity, and lack of physical activity. The three main types of pollution are air, water, and land pollution. Air pollution can cause respiratory illnesses and cancer, while water pollution spreads diseases and contaminates food sources. Maintaining good hygiene is important for preventing infection and protecting overall health.
The document discusses the relationship between the environment and human health. It states that a polluted environment poses serious threats to human existence, as environmental degradation from factors like pollution, overpopulation, urbanization, and depletion of natural resources negatively impact human health. It provides examples of different types of pollution - air, water, soil - and how they can increase diseases and health issues in humans. The conclusion emphasizes that sustainable development which considers the relationship between humans and nature is needed to protect human life and health.
The document discusses common global environmental health issues and their effects. It defines environment and its three components: physical, biological, and social. Major environmental issues addressed include water pollution, air pollution, climate change, and ozone depletion. Water pollution is caused by sewage, industrial waste, and agricultural runoff and leads to diseases. Air pollution sources include vehicles, industries, and domestic activities and affects health and the environment. Environmental health issues in Pakistan include water quality, sanitation, air pollution, healthcare waste, and chemicals. Proper waste management is needed to reduce health risks from hazardous hospital waste.
This document discusses biodiversity and its relationship to health. It defines biodiversity as the variability among living organisms, including diversity within and between species and ecosystems. It describes how biodiversity is measured and indicators used to assess biodiversity conditions. The document outlines how ecosystems function and threats to biodiversity like habitat loss. Loss of biodiversity can consequences like reduced ecosystem productivity. Maintaining biodiversity is crucial for supporting human well-being and development. Environmental health, ecological health, and ecosystem health are discussed in relation to human health. Factors influencing health like genetics, environment, and lifestyle are summarized. The impacts of technology, climate change, and pollutants on biodiversity and health are also covered.
Epidemiology is defined as the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations. It describes how diseases are distributed among populations in terms of person, place, and time, and identifies the causes and risk factors that influence disease occurrence. Some key objectives of epidemiology are to identify disease etiology, determine disease extent and progression, and evaluate preventive and therapeutic interventions. John Snow is considered the father of epidemiology for his studies in 1854 tracing the source of a cholera outbreak in London to contaminated water from a certain pump.
This document defines epidemiology and describes its key concepts. Epidemiology is defined as "the study of the distribution and determinants of health-related states or events in specified populations." It involves describing disease frequency and patterns, identifying causes, and applying this knowledge to disease prevention and control. Key terms are introduced, such as endemic, epidemic, pandemic, vectors, and reservoirs. The document also provides a brief history of epidemiology, mentioning figures like John Snow and Florence Nightingale, and outlines the objectives and uses of epidemiology.
1. The study evaluated a community-based intervention for dengue control in Cuba that strengthened intersectoral coordination and community empowerment.
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3. INTRODUCTION
A healthy environment is fundamental of life and
attention to the effect of environment on human health is
imperative, if we are to attain the goal of health for all.
Our physical environment is basic determinants of
health.
Environmental health refers to the state of all
substances, forces and conditions in an individual’s
surrounding that may exert an influence on health and
well being.
When environmental conditions are favorable , health
status is enhanced.
4. Terminologies
Health -Health is a state of complete physical, mental and
social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or
infirmity.
Community health – it refers to the health status of the
members of community.
Health services – it refers to the permanent country wide
system of established institutions to cope up with various
health needs.
Health care – it refers to the medical, nursing, and dental
services provided to individual and communities for
promoting, maintaining, monitoring or restoring health.
5. Definition-Environmental health
World Health Organization: Environmental health is
defined as “those aspects of human health including
quality of life that are determined by physical ,
chemical, biological, social, and psychological factors in
the environment.
6. When environmental conditions are favorable, health
status is enhanced.
Adverse biological, chemical, physical, sociological
forces in environment, separately or in combination may
disrupt healthy life styles
7. Florence nightingale – Environmental
theory
Core concept of Nightingale’s theory is that of environment.
She emphasize more on physical environment than
psychological and social environment.
Environment is viewed as all the external conditions and
influences affecting the life and development of an organism
and capable of preventing, suppressing or contributing to
disease or death.
She emphasizes more on providing ventilation, light, clean
water, cleanliness and warmth so that reparative process
takes place.
8. Nightingale environmental concepts
MAJOR AREA OF
CONCERN
ELEMENTS
1. VENTILATION Fresh air-can be achieved through open windows. An outlet is
needed for impure air.
2. LIGHT Beds should be placed in such a manner as to allow the patient to
see out the window- the sky and sunlight.
3. WARMTH Guarding against the loss of vital heat is essential. Chilling is to be
avoided. Hot bottles and drinks should be used to restore the heat
4.EFFULIVA Sewer air is to be avoided .Fumigation and disinfections should be
used but the offensive substance is removed.
5. NOISE Intermittent sudden noise causes greater excitement than
continuous noise. Whispering or discussing a patients condition just
outside his or her room is cruel.
10. • Physical environment:
The basic environment compartments are physical in
nature and relate to such things as ventilation and
warmth.
These base factors affect one’s approach to all other
aspects of the environment.
A patients bed must be clean, aired, warm, dry and free
from odor.
One should provide an environment in which patient can
be easily cared for by others or self.
The entire room should be well ventilated.
11. • Psychological environment:
A negative environment could cause physical stress there by affecting
the patients emotional climate.
Therefore emphasis is placed on offering the patient a variety of
activities to keep his or her mind stimulated.
It has two components:
1.Communication
2.Advice
Communication should not be hurried, sit Infront of the patient, place
should be in the context of environment of the patient.
Do not Provide false hope and advice about their illness
12. • Social environment:
Observations of social environment are related to illness
and is essential to preventing disease.
Nurse must use observational powers in dealing with
specific case rather than be comfortable with data
addressing the average patient.
The patients environment not only includes the patients
home or hospital room but the total community
influencing the specific environment.
13. Environmental health hazards:
The environmental health hazards fall into four
general categories:
Biological hazards
Physical hazards
Chemical hazards
Psychosocial hazards
14. • Biological hazards:
Disease producing infectious agents in the environment
that are capable of entering the human body such as
virus, bacteria, or other microorganisms are
environmental hazards of biological nature.
Transmission by direct contact, contaminated water,
vector e.g. Food poisoning, respiratory infections,
communicable diseases etc......
15. • Physical hazards:
Natural disasters such as earthquakes, volcanos and
accidents, noise, heat, vibrations, radiations, insects
rodents and certain type of equipment fall into physical
hazards.
E.g. 1. air temperature and humidity may be adversely
affected in industries that use blast furnaces,
2. Laundry equipment contributes health problems such as
respiratory disorders, dermatitis, G.I disturbances and eye
inflammations.
16. • Chemical hazards:
These include toxic agents such as polychlorinated
biphenyl, asbestos, lead and pesticides such as
insecticides, herbicides and rodenticides, industrial
wastes, emissions from motor vehicles.
Studies in animals indicate that these chemicals cause
severe chronic health problems, thus posing a serious
threat to human health. E.g. Cancer, silicosis, asbestosis
etc.
17. • Psychosocial hazards:
Stressors like violence, stress, substance abuse and
dependence are know threat to health of individuals
families and communities.
Feelings of wellbeing is altered by high level of noise,
overcrowding, or isolation, lack of adequate sources, or
opportunities for economic advancement.
E.g. Depression, anxiety, sleep apnea, DM, asthma etc.
18. • Environmental influence on health:
Toxic agents:
Asbestoses- linked to cause lung and G.I cancer.
Lead- interferes with blood formation and causes anemia. It also
cause kidney damage, birth defects, injury to CNS, poor memory,
hair loss, hypertension, etc.
Pesticides – pesticides residues are contact poisons and tend to
accumulate in fatty tissues in living organisms and remains in the
body indefinitely.
19. Air pollution:
Effects on health of individuals depend on the chemical properties
of the pollutant and size of particles, in turn affects the site of
deposition in the respiratory tract, adverse health effects from air
pollution may range from mild to severe. E.g. Mild irritation may
occur when larger particles are trapped in the upper respiratory
tree.
Severe respiratory problems may occur as a result of direct
absorption of pollutant such as carbon monoxide, from the alveoli
in to the blood.
The risk of developing cancer or a chronic pulmonary disease
increases with prolonged exposure.
20. Water pollution:
Health problems related to water quality involves
contamination of waterways with the microbial
pathogens found in human body wastes, faulty
sewage disposal.
Swimming pools , hot tubs, natural bathing
facilities like lakes, river, ponds are sometimes
dangerously polluted and provide a medium of
vector to flourish
21. Noise pollution:
Noise pollution is defined as any unwanted or undesirable sound
in the environment.
Its effects range from mildly annoying to psychologically and
physiologically debilitating.
Health problems resulting from noise pollution is temporary or
permanent hearing loss.
It also affects an individuals psychological and physical health
because it disrupts communication, sleep, and work
activities.
23. • Environmental issues:
Major issues
Population
Food production
Natural resources
Water
Forests
Wild life
Pollution
Global warming
Acid rain
24. Environmental protection act in India:
The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution)
Act, 1981
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution)
Act, 1974
The Environment Protection Act, 1986
The Hazardous Waste Management Regulations
25. The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 has been enacted with
the objectives to provide for establishment of a National Green
Tribunal (NGT)
The main purpose is to effective and expeditious disposal of
cases relating to environment protection and conservation of
forests and other natural resources including enforcement of any
legal right relating to environment and giving relief and
compensation for damages to persons and property and for
matters connected therewith.
26. The Air (Prevention and Control of
Pollution) Act, 1981
The Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981
(the "Air Act") is an act to provide for the prevention,
control and abatement of air pollution and for the
establishment of Boards at the Central and State levels
with a view to carrying out to prevent air pollution.
27. The Water (Prevention and Control of
Pollution) Act, 1974
The Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974 (the "Water
Act") has been enacted to provide for the prevention and control of
water pollution and to maintain or restore wholesomeness of water in
the country.
It further provides for the establishment of Boards for the prevention
and control of water pollution with a view to carry out the aforesaid
purposes.
The Water Act prohibits the discharge of pollutants into water bodies
beyond a given standard, and lays down penalties for non-
compliance.
At the Centre, the Water Act has set up the CPCB which lays down
standards for the prevention and control of water pollution.
28. The Environment Protection Act, 1986
The Environment Protection Act, 1986 (the "Environment Act") provides
for the protection and improvement of environment.
The Environment Protection Act establishes the framework for studying,
planning and implementing long-term requirements of environmental
safety and laying down a system of speedy and adequate response to
situations threatening the environment.
It is an umbrella legislation designed to provide a framework for the
coordination of central and state authorities established under the Water
Act, 1974 and the Air Act.
29. The Hazardous Waste Management
Regulations:
There are several legislations that directly or indirectly deal with hazardous
waste management. The relevant legislations are the Factories Act, 1948, the
Public Liability Insurance Act, 1991, the National Environment Tribunal Act,
1995 and rules and notifications under the Environmental Act.
Hazardous Wastes (Management, Handling and Transboundary) Rules, 2008,
brought out a guide for manufacture, storage and import of hazardous
chemicals and for management of hazardous wastes.
Biomedical Waste (Management and Handling) Rules, 1998, were formulated
along parallel lines, for proper disposal, segregation, transport, etc, of
infectious wastes.
Municipal Solid Wastes (Management and Handling) Rules, 2000, aim at
enabling municipalities to dispose municipal solid waste in a scientific manner.
30. Nurses role in environmental health:
Assess the environment and detect hazards when they
exit
Provide information to individuals and groups on the
effects of environmental toxins and global hazards
Report serious environmental threats to appropriate
agencies
Develop and implement school based and workplace
wellness program
31. CONT…….
Aid in the formulation of public policy and legislation
involving the environment
Help prevent excessive exposure to immediate toxins
and larger, global hazards
Help facilitate behavior change in people e.g. Using
public transportation, recycling, planting co2 absorbing
trees.