🏞️ Environmental health is a branch of public health that studies how our surroundings affect human wellbeing. This includes factors such as air and water quality, exposure to chemicals, climate, and the built environment.

💡 Scientific evidence shows that environmental factors contribute to a significant share of the global burden of disease. For example, air pollution is associated with respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, or certain chemicals that migrate from food contact materials into food may be associated with other non-communicable diseases.

👉 Understanding these interactions helps policymakers, industry, and consumers make informed decisions to reduce risks and promote healthier environments.