Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Environmental Health & Medicine

Environmental health and medicine are fields of study focused on promoting preventive healthcare and reducing exposure to environmental hazards. Preventive medicine involves identifying and addressing risk factors that may contribute to the development of certain diseases and conditions, while environmental medicine…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 2 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 8× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-3585 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Environmental health and medicine are fields of study focused on promoting preventive healthcare and reducing exposure to environmental hazards. Preventive medicine involves identifying and addressing risk factors that may contribute to the development of certain diseases and conditions, while environmental medicine focuses on the impact of environmental factors on human health. Environmental factors, such as air pollution, water contamination, and exposure to toxic chemicals in our food, can have a significant impact on our overall health and well-being. Preventive medicine and environmental medicine work together to mitigate these risks and promote overall health and wellness. Preventive medicine is an essential tool for reducing the incidence of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. By identifying risk factors early, such as poor diet, lack of physical activity, and exposure to environmental toxins, preventative measures can be taken before the onset of disease. Environmental medicine employs a holistic approach to health and wellness, recognizing that our environment plays a significant role in our overall health. Approaches to environmental health and medicine may include lifestyle changes, such as exercise and healthy eating, as well as efforts to reduce exposure to environmental toxins, such as air filtration systems and water purification. In conclusion, preventive medicine and environmental medicine are important fields of study focused on promoting optimal health and wellness by identifying and addressing risk factors for disease and reducing exposure to environmental hazards. By combining the expertise of these two fields, we can build a healthier, more resilient society that is less vulnerable to the negative impacts of our environment.

Research published in this journal

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

How this research is being cited

The 2 articles above have been cited 8 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Environmental Health & Medicine, linking to each citing work.

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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