Risk Assessment in Environmental Health

Risk assessment in environmental health is the process of evaluating potential health hazards from exposure to pollutants or environmental factors. It involves identifying harmful substances, determining how people might come into contact with them, and estimating the likelihood of health effects. This helps authorities understand the level of risk and make informed decisions to protect public health, such as setting safety standards or implementing preventive measures. Essentially, it’s a systematic way to assess how environmental factors might negatively impact health and what steps are needed to reduce those risks.