What is this environmental health stuff?

Environmental health is simply the study of how environmental components, some naturally occurring, affect human health and in turn how human activities affect the environment.

The University of Georgia is conducting research in various areas related to environmental health. The Environmental Health Science department has an extensive website with links to research conducted by students and professors. If you would like to learn more about the department and the specific research topics, visit the website. Curious about current environmental issues? Visit the news tab.

The study of environmental health is relevant to all of us. It undoubtedly affects each one of us because we cannot escape it. Therefore, the study and understanding of the environment is crucial.

Here is one example. Most people are aware of the indoor smoking bans that have been created in Athens. All good right? According to research conducted by Luke Naeher, Ph.D., of the University of Georgia, the displacement of smokers to the outside environment could be causing just as much harm, both to the environment and to the people in it.

This blog will continue to follow relevant environmental health developments. Comments, thoughts, and opinions welcome!