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Begin by creating a page titled "Definitions." Complete these five activities: 1.) Define and discuss the term "Public." Locate definitions from two credible sources, with one being a government source. Cut and paste or retype the definitions word for word. Cite each source using APA style. Provide a brief of your findings by discussing similarities and differences in a one to two sentence overview. 2.) Define and discuss the term "Health." Locate definitions from two credible sources, with one being a government source. Cut and paste or retype the definitions word for word. Cite each source using APA style. Provide a brief of your findings by discussing similarities and differences in a one to two sentence overview. 3.) Define and discuss the term "Public Health." Locate definitions from two credible sources, with one being a government source. Cut and paste or retype the definitions word for word. Cite each source using APA style. Provide a brief of your findings by discussing similarities and differences in a one to two sentence overview. 4.) Define and discuss the term "Safety." Locate definitions from two credible sources, with one being a government source. Cut and paste or retype the definitions word for word. Cite each source using APA style. Provide a brief of your findings by discussing similarities and differences in a one to two sentence overview. 5.) Define and discuss the terms: A) "Environmental Health" and B) "Sanitation." Locate definitions from two credible sources, with one being a government source. Cut and paste or retype the definitions word for word. Cite each source using APA style. Provide a brief of your findings by discussing similarities and differences in a one to two sentence overview.

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The concepts of 'public', 'health', 'public health', 'safety', 'environmental health', and 'sanitation' are foundational to understanding public health and its related disciplines. Clarifying these terms through reputable sources enables a comprehensive understanding of their individual and interconnected roles in promoting community well-being and safety.

1. The Term "Public"

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), "The public refers to the people as a whole, especially those in general society, rather than specific individuals or a particular group" (HHS, 2020). The Cambridge Dictionary defines it as "relating to all the people in a country or community" (Cambridge Dictionary, 2023). Both definitions emphasize the collective and inclusive aspect of the term, highlighting the societal scope involved.

These sources align in portraying the 'public' as an aggregate of society rather than individuals. The government source explicitly emphasizes the collective nature, whereas the dictionary provides a broader societal context, underscoring its universality.

2. The Term "Health"

The World Health Organization (WHO) states that "Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity" (WHO, 2001). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) define health as "a person’s overall condition of body and mind, and the impression of wellness" (CDC, 2022). While both definitions recognize physical and mental aspects, the WHO emphasizes a holistic and positive state of well-being, whereas the CDC highlights the overall condition and perception of wellness.

Both sources recognize health as encompassing physical and mental states, but the WHO's definition is broader, depicting health as a complete state of well-being, whereas the CDC focuses more on the overall condition and perception.

3. The Term "Public Health"

The CDC defines public health as "the science and practice of protecting and improving the health of communities through education, policy-making, and research for disease and injury prevention" (CDC, 2021). The World Health Organization describes it as "the art and science of preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts of society" (WHO, 2008). Both definitions underscore prevention and societal efforts, with the CDC emphasizing community health practices and WHO highlighting organized societal actions to promote health.

These definitions are similar in their focus on prevention and societal involvement, differing slightly in perspective: CDC emphasizes direct practices and research, while WHO stresses organized efforts and societal interventions.

4. The Term "Safety"

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) states that "Safety means the condition of being protected from or unlikely to cause danger, risk, or injury" (OSHA, 2020). Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines safety as "freedom from exposure to danger" (Merriam-Webster, 2023). Both sources highlight protection from harm as essential, with OSHA emphasizing the protective condition and Merriam-Webster focusing on freedom from danger.

Both definitions concur that safety involves protection and risk reduction, with OSHA framing it as an overall condition and Merriam-Webster emphasizing the absence of danger.

5. The Terms "Environmental Health" and "Sanitation"

Environmental Health

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines environmental health as "the branch of public health that focuses on the relationships between people and their environment, promotes human health and well-being, and fosters safe and healthy communities" (CDC, 2015). The World Health Organization (WHO) states that environmental health involves "assessing, controlling, and preventing environmental factors that can affect health" (WHO, 2010). Both definitions highlight the interaction between environment and health, with CDC emphasizing community well-being and WHO focusing on assessment and control of environmental factors.

Sanitation

The World Health Organization (WHO) describes sanitation as "the provision of facilities and services for the safe disposal of human urine and feces" (WHO, 2018). The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) defines sanitation as "the maintenance of hygienic conditions through waste disposal, water supply, and waste management" (EPA,2022). Both definitions emphasize hygienic waste disposal, with WHO focusing on waste management facilities and EPA incorporating broader aspects like water supply and overall hygiene conditions.

In comparison, both sources recognize sanitation as critical for hygiene and health, with WHO emphasizing facilities for waste disposal and EPA highlighting comprehensive hygiene conditions related to waste and water management.

Conclusion

Analyzing these definitions reveals shared themes of societal focus, prevention, safety, and environmental management. While slight variations exist in emphasis—whether on holistic well-being, organized societal efforts, or specific environmental controls—these terms collectively form the backbone of public health initiatives aimed at improving community health, safety, and environmental quality. Understanding these terms helps the public health professionals and policymakers implement effective strategies tailored to societal needs and environmental contexts.

References

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2015). Environmental health. https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/ehhe/
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2021). What is public health? https://www.cdc.gov/publichealthbrief/
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). About health. https://www.cdc.gov/healthysamples/
  • Environmental Protection Agency. (2022). Sanitation and wastewater management. https://www.epa.gov/environmental-topics/wastewater
  • Merriam-Webster Dictionary. (2023). Safety. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/safety
  • World Health Organization. (2001). Constitution of the World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/governance/eb/who_constitution_en.pdf
  • World Health Organization. (2008). What is public health? https://www.who.int/travelers Health/public_health/en/
  • World Health Organization. (2010). Environmental health. https://www.who.int/health-topics/environmental-health
  • World Health Organization. (2018). Water sanitation and hygiene (WASH). https://www.who.int/water_sanitation_health/publications/jmp-2017/en/
  • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. (2020). Definition of the public. https://www.hhs.gov/

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