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Effects of the Environment in Human Health

Preventive medicine and care are crucial aspects of maintaining good health. One of the key factors that affect human health is the environment. The environment we live in has many effects on our well-being, ranging from air pollution to exposure to hazardous substances. Air pollution is a major environmental facto…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 1× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-3585 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Preventive medicine and care are crucial aspects of maintaining good health. One of the key factors that affect human health is the environment. The environment we live in has many effects on our well-being, ranging from air pollution to exposure to hazardous substances. Air pollution is a major environmental factor that affects human health. It can cause respiratory diseases, such as asthma, lung cancer, and chronic pulmonary disease. This is because air pollution contains small particles that can enter human lungs and damage the respiratory system. To prevent such diseases, it is necessary to maintain a clean environment and use air purifiers and mask when necessary. Another environmental factor that affects human health is exposure to hazardous substances. These can be present in chemicals, pesticides, and other substances that people are exposed to during their work or daily lives. Exposure to such hazardous materials can cause cancer, neurological disorders, and other serious health problems. Preventive measures like identifying and safely disposing of hazardous materials from homes or workplaces are necessary to prevent such diseases. Water is also essential for life but excess consumption or exposure to contaminated water can lead to some health issues like waterborne diseases, it is necessary to ensure that water intended for domestic consumption always goes through effective treatment processes to reduce contamination. Lastly, it is important to be mindful of the environment by planting trees, avoiding creating excess waste, and maintaining a clean environment that promotes healthy living. The bottom line is that preventive medicine and care begin with ensuring a healthy environment.

Research published in this journal

2 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Preventive Medicine And Care (ISSN 2474-3585).

Journal editorial board
Heejung Kim · South Korea Monica Wang · United States Siddhartha Jonnalagadda · United States

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