MPH506 2020 March Module 2 Discussion Latest

MPH506 Environmental Health in Public Health

Module 2 Discussion

You will participate in one discussion this week. There are two different topics presented below, in bolded text. Please choose one of these topics for your discussion this week, address the bullet items under the topic name.

Environmental Policy

Evaluate what is meant by the term environmental policy.

In addition, research two examples of specific environmental policies that have been developed in the United States within the past 40 years that have a direct and/or indirect impact on population health.

How are these policies being monitored and/or implemented throughout the country at both the governmental and local levels?

Vulnerable Populations

Establish why children are more vulnerable to environmental toxins than adults.

Identify any other vulnerable populations at the local, national, and international levels.

From public and environmental health perspectives, what types of policies are needed to protect vulnerable populations from environmental hazards?