week 7 Flashcards
whats the five key determinants of health for environment
air quality Water Land Food Biodiversity
whats built environment
Surrounds which are created or modified by people rather than naturally occurring
Includes:
homes, schools, workplace, cities, recreation areas, transport
Links between natural environment and built environment: air quality and water fluoridation.
whats potential impacts on health from the environment
traditional underdevelopment: Access to clean water and sanitation Housing quality Waste management Access to health services Modern over development, overcrowding, pollutions Low income countries double burden
whats climate change effects on health
- Change in sea levels
- Regional and local weather change
Temperature
Extreme weather
Precipitation
whats the impact of air pollution
- 8 people die per day in Australia due to air pollution (more than motor car accidents)
- Asthma alone costs over $500,000 per year
whats more pollen bearing plants and greater pollen production plus thunderstroms cause
Break down of pollen into smaller particulate matter which can lodge in lungs
CAUSES
Athsma
whats more dust storms and more bush fires cause
Increased particulate matter in the air
CAUSES
Respiratory and cardiovascular disease
whats malaria
high temperatures
Mosquitos that transmit malaria: shorter egg laying cycles, faster development and increased survival.
Changes in rainfall
Different distribution of mosquitos
what is Australian energy
currently among most expensive and dirtiest energy in the world.
whats the solution to dirt energy
Switching to renewable energy sources
Improving energy efficiency
More informed energy users
South Australia leading the world with renewable energy
49% power from renewable energy (mainly wind and solar)
75% renewable energy target by 2025
environmental health justice
Low income countries are most impacted by air pollution and climate change but those who are producing the most emissions are high income countries
The most impact in all countries are vulnerable: children, the elderly and the poor.
what poor urban planting
Poorly planned new housing estates on Melbournes fringes are caring an outbreak of anxiety, diabetes, and obesity amount residents.
environments that encourage active community
bike riding
Stairs
top four reason why Australian do not cycle for transport
unsafe road conditions
speed/ volume of traffic
dont feel safe riding
Lack of bicycle lanes/trails
whats healthy urban planning ideas
Places to connect: Local shops and cafes Recreation facilities Parks and open space Workplaces and community services close by Environment safe, non toxic Natural environments, open space Links walkable, bike able, less care oriented Accessible, convenient public transport
