What is Environmental Health Science?

Environmental health science is the study of the biological, chemical or physical agents introduced into the environment or occurring naturally and their effects on human health and ecological systems. The field also includes the study of human activities, a vital component in our complex ecosystem. Environmental health scientists serve the general welfare by safeguarding and improving the quality of food, shelter, air, water and other natural resources.

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