ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH



Environmental health examines the interaction between the environment and our health. Environment health refers to aspects of human health ( including quality of life) that are determined by physical, chemical, biological, social and psychosocial factors in the environment. Environmental health also refers to the assessment and control of environment factors that can potentially affect health.


Benefits of environmental health

                          It`s not only important to strive for optimal environmental health. Its also beneficial, both for individuals and for their surrounding communities. there are some examples of environment:

1. cleaner air quality

2. reduced hazardous waste

3. increased access to healthy foods

4. safer outdoor environments for adults and children

5. improved population healt6. improved health quantity

7. cleaner water


Negative impact of environment on health

1.Pollution

2. Ultraviolet Rays

3. noises

Pollution

Your lungs are always on the clock. They're constantly working hard to provide oxygen to your bloodstream and push carbon dioxide out of your body — both of which are essential to keeping you alive. In fact, every day, you take in about 17,000 breaths — or more than 6 million every year. Pollution levels are constantly changing. One day, the levels in your area may be unhealthy, but the next, they may be perfectly fine

Ultraviolet Rays

From bone-strengthening vitamin D to its relaxing, warm feeling, the sun provides a number of benefits. But a sunshine filled day can do more harm than good — especially without the right protection. The sun's UV rays have been proven to damage your skin's cellular DNA, which can trigger genetic mutations that cause skin cancer. Between 86% and 90% of skin cancers are a result of UV rays (not to mention wrinkles and premature skin aging).                                             

Noises
Starting at the sound of your own breath all the way to the sound of a car alarm, there are a wide range of noises that you hear every day. While most sounds usually don't cause any harm, extremely loud noises or repeated exposure to loud noise can affect your hearing — even after exposure has stopped.

Your ears contain extremely sensitive parts, including hair cells, membranes, and nerves. Whether from a severely loud noise (such as a siren) or repeated exposure to loud noise (such as headphones at their highest volume), damage to these parts can lead to temporary or permanent loss of hearing.

Importance of maintaining balance

               Every day, the environment provides you with important resources that keep you alive. And while it's not possible — or enjoyable — to spend your entire life worrying about its potential risks, it's important to be aware of what they are and take measures to protect yourself.


Article written by Javeria javed

healthwithjaveria.blogspot.com

 

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