*WHAT IS HEALTH*
Health , according to the world Health Organization,is "a state of complete physical mental and social well being. Its not only the absence of disease and infirmity". A person is said to be healthy when he/she is free of any type of disease (infectious/deficiency), when he/she is mentally happy and healthy and when his/her social relationships are healthy in a society.
*VIDEO*
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*HEALTHY LIVING*
Man and Environment: MAN and his environment can hardly be separated when human health is being discussed. The environment of a man is a true reflection of his health condition and status because it largely tells his hygiene level. Man’s environment is his immediate surroundings and this includes the living and non-living things around him. Man cannot live in isolation and as such he is bound to constantly interact with his environment. This interaction with the environment tells a lot about the wellbeing of man.
In relation to health, the World HealthOrganisation, WHO, defines environment as “all the physical, chemical and biological factors external to a person, and all the related behaviours”. About five decades ago, WHO also defined health as “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. It can be inferred from these definitions that man’s interactions with everything that surrounds him determine his wellbeing.
*ENVIRONMENTAL DO's AND DONT's*
Environmental concerns aren't just about the health of good ol’ Mother Earth – they are about your health, too. Toxins and chemicals from paint to cigarette smoke create hidden hazards in everything from your living space to the air you breathe. Every day is earth day – let’s protect our planet so it can continue to protect us. Here are some simple steps you can take to prevent environmental health hazards for you and your family
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1. Go back to basics and make your own cleaning supplies or purchase less toxic household cleane
2 Visit and drop a message for neematbb@gmail.com to learn how to make your own cleaning kit, or check out EWG's Guide to Healthy Cleaning to find out which green cleaning products to purchas
3. Choose healthier materials for home improvement projects, such as natural paints and non-synthetic flooring in the form of wood, bamboo or wool carpet but beware of heat generation in that environment.
4. Choose your furniture wisely, as many furniture manufacturers use flame retardants that can have adverse health effects.
5. One class of flame retardants, called brominated flame retardants (BFRs), has been found at high levels in women’s breast milk. The Safer Products Project lists some safer companie
6. Check and Read your annual tap water quality report. Every year, tap water suppliers publish their water quality tests
7. Check out your city’s tap water and the Environmental Working Group’s Top-Rated and Lowest-Rated Water Utilitie
8. Use a push mower for the lawn. Besides getting a great workout, push mowers avoid emitting air pollutants that are generated by the exhaust of gasoline-powered lawn and garden equipmen
9. Buy vehicles that give off low levels of nitrogen oxide, such as electric- or gas- powered or alternative-fueled cars. Find and compare cars on the U.S. Department of Energy's Fuel Economy Website or the Environmental Protection Agency's Green Vehicles Guide.
10. Protect yourself against carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning by installing at least one CO alarm in your home. Also remember to have your home's heating system, chimney and flue inspected and cleaned by a qualified technician every year.
Don't
1. Forget to recycle paper, metal, plastic, glass, electronic, household and hazardous materials
2. Buy make-up and personal care products loaded with toxins. Not sure what to look out for? Check out Skin Deep, the cosmetic safety database to find out about safer products.
3. Expose yourself unnecessarily to pesticides. Opt for organic foods and do not spray pesticides indoors or outdoors if a pest problem isn’t present
4.Get rid of left over pesticides at hazardous waste collection center
5. Let dust pile up in your home, as it can become a host for contaminants. Clean regularly with safe cleaning products!
6. Forget to reuse, recover, and recycle rechargeable batteries and electronic devices rather than throwing them in the trash. This is important because certain heavy metals found in these items are environmental estrogens, which can increase risk of breast cancer
7. Electronics in good condition can be donated to charities, and nearly all parts of a cell phone can be recovered to make other electronic
8. Smoking cigarettes is not only harmful to smokers, but secondhand smoke can cause lung cancer, asthma and even ear infections in children.
9. Overdo it with perfume. Creating "scent-free" spaces in your home and work place can reduce headaches and other common side effects of overexposure to perfume and other scented personal care products
10. Forget to be careful with your freshly dry-cleaned clothes, which are often treated with percholoroethylene or perc, a chemical known to cause cancer in animals
11. Don't accept your dry-cleaning if it has a strong chemical odor when you pick i
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*Ten Simple Things You Can Do to Help Protect the Environment*
*Reduce, reuse, and recycle. Cut down on what you throw away
Follow the three "R's" to conserve natural resources and landfill spac
*Volunteer.
Volunteer for cleanups in your community. You can get involved in protecting your watershed, too
*Educate
When you further your own education, you can help others understand the importance and value of our natural resources
*Conserve water
The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater that eventually end up in the ocean
*Choose sustainable.* Learn how to make smart seafood choice
*Shop wisely
Buy less plastic and bring a reusable shopping bag
*Use long-lasting light bulbs
Energy efficient light bulbs reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Also flip the light switch off when you leave the room
*Plant a tree
Trees provide food and oxygen. They help save energy, clean the air, and help combat climate change
*Don't send chemicals into our waterways.* Choose non-toxic chemicals in the home and offic
*Bike more
Drive less
*WHAT IS ENVIRONMENT*
Environment can be defined as surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operate
"survival in an often hostile environment
*Bike more.*
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*Environmental Health*
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*Environmental 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.
Healthier environments could prevent almost one quarter of the global burden of disease. The COVID-19 pandemic is a further reminder of the delicate relationship between people and our planet.
*IMPORTANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH*
Environmental health is a key part of any comprehensive public health system. The field works to advance policies and programs to reduce chemical and other environmental exposures in air, water, soil and food to protect people and provide communities with healthier environments.
Clean air, stable climate, adequate water, sanitation and hygiene, safe use of chemicals, protection from radiation, healthy and safe workplaces, sound agricultural practices, health-supportive cities and built environments, and a preserved nature are all prerequisites for good health.
*THE IMPORTANCE OF ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION?*
There are a lot of deadly diseases out there that are caused by pathogens. Even if you take all the necessary precautions, you can still be infected if the area around you is not clean.
It is natural for people to look for ways to protect themselves from getting sick. It may be in the little things, like carrying a bottle of hand sanitizer, or the more significant projects, like community-wide cleanup drives. All these little acts contribute to environmental sanitation, but why is it so important to keep the environment clean? Here are a few reasons why environmental sanitation is essential:
A clean environment interrupts the transmission of diseases
Many pathogens that cause deadly diseases are found in dirty areas like garbage dumps and swamps. This is because bacteria and other disease-causing particles clump and cling on to dirty items. That is how they can sustain themselves. Suppose your environment is not properly sanitized regularly. In that case, you have a higher chance of catching an illness, no matter how much you protect yourself.
Environmental sanitation promotes hygiene
There are many ways to clean and sanitize a space. One way is by using chemicals that can kill germs and other pathogens. However, these chemicals may also be harmful to humans if not used properly. Another way to clean is through physical means such as sweeping, mopping and wiping down surfaces. This method is often used in homes and other personal spaces. The most common work that employs professional cleaning services is the hospitality industry.
Some surfaces may still have viruses and other pathogens that could stick to clothing and items before infecting a host. It is part of every person’s routine to practice personal hygiene to ensure that they remain clean and do not carry unhealthy particles in their bodies. If an environment is sanitized, then the community that lives in it is also more hygienic and healthier than those living in ignored areas.
Maintaining a clean environment is creating an aesthetically pleasing environment
The primary purpose of environmental sanitation is to protect public health. By keeping our surroundings clean, we can prevent the spread of diseases. For example, if there is garbage lying around, it can attract flies and other insects that transmit diseases. If the trash is not disposed of properly, it can also lead to water contamination.
No one wants to live in a disgusting and ugly place. Therefore, environmental sanitation keeps your home livable. Try naming a site that is covered with garbage and still looks beautiful. You can’t. Environmental sanitation usually focuses on toxic particles and pathogens that could affect living beings. However, beautifying is a natural side effect when an environment is sanitized. You will be living in a healthy environment, but you will also enjoy a lovely view.
If the outdoors is clean, so is the indoors
We often forget the importance of cleaning our homes and offices because we think that it does not matter since no one else is around; it does not matter. However, many unseen dangers are lurking inside our own four walls. Dust mites, for example, are tiny creatures that thrive in dusty environments. They are not harmful to us directly, but their feces can trigger allergies and asthma attacks. Moreover, mold and mildew can also grow in dirty indoor spaces. These microorganisms can cause severe respiratory problems, skin irritation, and other health problems.
We often think about public and shared areas when thinking about the environment. Since it is general knowledge that you should practice personal hygiene and household cleanliness, we often focus on the outdoors regarding environmental sanitation. If we can keep our common areas clean, we will not bring home many dirty particles. Thus, the indoors will be clean, too.
A clean environment means fresh air
Your home’s indoor quality is directly related to the cleanliness of the air that comes into or circulates in your home. If environmental sanitation is ignored, then your community will unintentionally be breathing in unhealthy air that may cause the transmission of diseases. It also helps to replace your heating, ventilation regularly, and air conditioner (HVAC) unit’s filters to prevent nasty particles from circulating in your home. In addition, an annual inspection can help maintain the cleanliness of the unit and improve indoor air quality. As a result, your family is at risk for serious health problems, many preventable.
One of the ways you can improve the quality of your indoor air is by regularly cleaning your ductwork. Your ductwork is the pipes and vents that circulate air throughout your home. Over time, these pipes and vents can become clogged with dust, dirt, and other debris. When this happens, the air circulating through your home can become contaminated with these harmful particles.
One easy way to help your community is to participate in local cleanups. This could involve picking up trash in a park, on the beach, or even on your street. You can also help by properly disposing of hazardous materials like batteries, oil, and paint. If everyone does their part, it will make a big difference in the appearance and safety of your community.
Taking care of your community makes you a good citizen. However, it also ensures that you are surrounded by people who can help you protect yourself. Doing your part to maintain environmental sanitation is one of the best ways to take care of the people around you. It doesn’t matter if you start with small habits or large projects — each step contributes to a healthier environment.
.*ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION*
Environmental sanitation includes human excreta control, managing solid waste and wastewater, and pest and vector control , it also promotes health, improves the quality of the environment and thus, the quality of life in a community. Sanitation refers to as the safe collection, transportation, treatment and disposal of human wastes.
*TYPES OF SANITATION*
1 .Container-based sanitation. 2.Community-led total sanitation.
3.Dry Sanitation.
4.Ecological sanitation.
*EXAMPLES OF SANITATION*
1. Proper personal hygiene, including frequent hand and arm washing and covering cuts;
2.Proper cleaning and sanitizing of all food contact surfaces and utensils;
3.Proper cleaning and sanitizing of food equipment;
4.Good basic housekeeping and maintenance; an
*THE NEED TO MONITOR THE ENVIRONMENT*
The main objective of environmental monitoring is to manage and minimize the impact an organization's activities have on an environment, either to ensure compliance with laws and regulations or to mitigate risks of harmful effects on the natural environment and protect the health of human beings.
Monitoring is also essential for evaluating environmental planning and policy. Without monitoring, projects cannot prove their success or identify areas for improvement.
*WAYS TO KEEP OUR ENVIRONMENT CLEAN*
Cleaning the environment is the key to existence and survival of life on planet earth. Maintaining a clean environment reduces pollution, preserves our biosphere, protects endangered species, and also helps preserve the earth's natural resources. In society, the state of cleanliness of a society represents the mindset
1.Bring a bag. Remember to bring reusable bags to the grocery store or for any other shopping activities to reduce consumption of disposable bags.
2.Invest in a reusable water bottle. Acquiring a reusable water bottle would not only greatly reduce the amount of single-use plastic you use, but it would also save you money in the long run! If you’re concerned about the quality of your tap water, consider using a water filter.
3.Bring your own reusable cup. Think about how many disposable cups are used every day in just your local coffee shop. Bringing a mug for your morning coffee can reduce the amount of waste you produce annually. Imagine how much waste we could reduce if we all made this simple daily change!
4.Make sure your waste goes to the right place. Do your best to ensure that the waste you dispose of ends up where it should. Recycle the materials that are recyclable in your area and make sure to reduce the likelihood of your garbage ending up in the environment by keeping a lid on your trash can when it’s outside.
5.Compost. Composting at home reduces the volume of garbage sent to landfills and reduces the chance of some products becoming marine debris.
*TAKING CARE OF OUR PLANET*
Why is it important to take care of our planet
Our Earth provides us with everything we want, but also everything we need to survive! Earth provides the food we need for fuel, water we need for hydration, air and the oxygen we breath, raw materials, literally everything we need comes from this one.
MAN and his environment can hardly be separated when human health is being discussed. The environment of a man is a true reflection of his health condition and status because it largely tells his hygiene level. Man’s environment is his immediate surroundings and this includes the living and non-living things around him. Man cannot live in isolation and as such he is bound to constantly interact with his environment. This interaction with the environment tells a lot about the wellbeing of a man.
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