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This book explores the link between individual lives and significant environmental issues affecting millions of people around the world. Zolnikov offers a novel perspective on the environment and human health through autoethnographic stories. Each chapter includes an overview of an environmental risk factor or issue, such as air quality, accompanied by a reflective personal story. Her experiences were gathered around the world and revolve around immersion into local cultures. Learning about environmental health through this qualitative approach will enable readers to understand how issues in the environment are currently affecting people on an individual basis.
List of contents
1. Introduction to Environmental Health and Qualitative Research .- 2. Air Quality .- 3. Climate Change .- 4. Occupational Safety and Health .- 5. Drinking Water .- 6. Sanitation and Hygiene .- 7. Toxicology .- 8. Infectious Diseases .- 9. Vector-Borne Diseases .- 10. Foodborne Disease .- 11. Future Directions in Environmental Health.
About the author
Tara Rava Zolnikov is an Assistant Professor at the School of Health and Human Services at National University, USA where she teaches environmental and global health classes. She is also the vice president of The Shepherd's Village, a nonprofit in Kenya.
Summary
This book explores the link between individual lives and significant environmental issues affecting millions of people around the world. Zolnikov offers a novel perspective on the environment and human health through autoethnographic stories. Each chapter includes an overview of an environmental risk factor or issue, such as air quality, accompanied by a reflective personal story. Her experiences were gathered around the world and revolve around immersion into local cultures. Learning about environmental health through this qualitative approach will enable readers to understand how issues in the environment are currently affecting people on an individual basis.
