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Environmental Health
By Yervand Kondrahjian | Staff Writer
Environmental Health is a section of public health that aims to create safe and healthy communities by reducing harmful environmental exposures. The disciplines under its wing work together to collect and analyze data, understand environmental factors affecting human health, implement health policies, and examine social and behavioral factors contributing to public health issues.
Carbon Monoxide Intoxication
By Yervand Kondrahjian | Staff Writer
Carbon monoxide is a highly toxic gas that can result from human activities like fossil fuel consumption and tobacco smoking. Symptoms of intoxication range from mild to severe.
Environmental Pollution as a Main Cause of NCDs
By Yervand Kondrahjian | Staff Writer
Noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) are a major public health threat and account for a large percentage of deaths worldwide. While genetics and lifestyle factors play a role in NCDs, environmental pollution – particularly air pollution – is emerging as a significant cause. In many countries, air pollution is the leading cause of NCDs, and climate change is exacerbating the problem.
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