Exploring Environment and Health ConnectionsAutumn Quarter 2009This course is an introduction to the dimensions of the field of Environmental and Occupational Health. The course emphasis in on the human health impacts of the general and the work environment. Over the quarter, we will consider several topic areas in which human activities or behaviors create possible threats to health via their effects on the environment. We will consider various agents or conditions that might be injurious, and the kinds of information and analysis that would allow the magnitude of the risk or threat to be assessed. In doing this, we will reference stories in the news and unfolding issues of significance to health and environment. At the end of the course, you should be able to identify key factors that determine the presence or absence of an actual threat to human health from some environmental situations. You should be aware of many of the investigative and management approaches that are currently used to protect public health. Main Section:
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