Public health and environment



Environmental health comprises those aspects of human health, including quality of life, that are determined by physical, chemical, biological, social, and psychosocial factors in the environment. It also refers to the theory and practice of assessing, correcting, controlling, and preventing those factors in the environment that can potentially affect adversely the health of present and future generations
This site links to topics addressed by WHO to assist its Member States and their populations

  • in achieving a sustainable basis for health for all
  • in ensuring an environment that promotes health and,
  • in making individuals and organizations aware of their responsibility for health and its environmental basis.

- Protection of the human environment health topics