Definition and scope of environmental health

Historical perspective and evolution of environmental health concerns

Key environmental factors impacting health (air quality, water quality, housing conditions)

Climate change and its health implications

Study of environmental exposures and health outcomes

Methods and challenges in environmental epidemiological research

Occupational hazards and risks

Workplace health promotion and safety measures

Principles of food safety and regulations

Emerging environmental health risks (e.g., microplastics, electronic waste)

Chemical contamination & radiation

Health effects and regulatory responses

International and national policies addressing environmental health issues

Role of government agencies and non-governmental organizations

Strategies for mitigating environmental health risks

Community-based approaches and advocacy for environmental justice

You will record a 20 minute conversation or podcast introducing a key environmental health concern, exploring current approaches to its management and reflecting upon your role as a public health practitioner in the context of this particular issue.

Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of environmental health concerns and key environmental factors impacting health.

Knowledge & Understanding

Utilising current evidence, critically analyse global, national and local policies addressing environmental health issues.

Analysis

Enquiry

Critically reflect upon the role of the public health practitioner in the development of strategies for mitigating environmental health risks.

Reflection

Application


Demonstrate knowledge and critical understanding of environmental health concerns and key environmental factors impacting health.

Knowledge & Understanding

Utilising current evidence, critically analyse global, national and local policies addressing environmental health issues.

Analysis

Enquiry

Critically reflect upon the role of the public health practitioner in the development of strategies for mitigating environmental health risks.

Reflection

Application

Key concepts will be delivered through lead lectures delivered through the university’s Virtual Learning Environment. This will then be followed by online synchronous discussion groups/seminars allowing learners to explore key issues and discuss the application to their particular working contexts.

Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Online learning resources and guides

Library and academic resources

Recorded supplementary material

Otsuki T. (2021) Environmental Health. IntechOpen

Wilson, F. & Mabhala, A. (2008) Key Concepts in Public Health. Sage.

Explore the breadth of environmental health, from its definition and historical evolution to key factors impacting public well-being such as air and water quality. Investigate climate change's health implications, environmental epidemiology, and occupational health hazards. Learn about food safety, emerging risks like microplastics, and regulatory responses. Study policies, governmental roles, and community-based strategies for advocating environmental justice and mitigating risks.