Public health is the study of how to protect and promote the health of society at large. It involves the organization of society, organizations, and private institutions to improve people’s lives. The goal of public health is to help people live long and healthy lives. This involves making informed decisions that will help prevent illness and promote the wellbeing of society.
Occupational medicine
Occupational medicine and public health are fields of study that combine clinical care and environmental health. Both areas focus on preventing and controlling occupational health hazards and provide education and health care services. Environmental health studies how environmental toxins and other stressors can affect human health and can lead to a variety of disorders.
Environmental sanitation
A critical component of environmental sanitation is the provision of safe and hygienic drinking water. Lack of safe water and poor sanitation can lead to waterborne diseases, which can be transmitted by people. Environmental sanitation efforts are a key part of public health promotion and development. Poor sanitation has been linked to many health problems, including high rates of mortality and morbidity. Despite recent government efforts to improve public health, many people still suffer from disease and poor sanitation conditions.
Disease prevention
Public health and disease prevention are two overlapping disciplines that aim to minimize the burden of diseases on society. Prevention of disease involves population-based measures and individual interventions aimed at improving health. It also includes public education and health promotion programs, and tackling social determinants of health.
Emergency preparedness
Public health emergency preparedness (PHEP) involves a range of activities that enhance health systems’ capacity to respond to disasters. These activities include prevention, mitigation, and recovery. These strategies build upon existing systems and partnerships to improve health and safety in the community. The goal is to create a more resilient community.
Global health
Global health and public health are both areas of study and practice that place a priority on the health of populations around the world. This emphasis on health is intended to help individuals and countries achieve equity and better health conditions for everyone.