The Health Impact Equation

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Ecological health is the ability of an ecological system to maintain its resources and functions. It depends on the quality of the environment, which is influenced by the environmental components of the ecological system. Environmental components include things like air, water, soil, plants, and animals. It is important to understand ecological health because it is essential for our health and well-being. If ecological health is unhealthy, it can lead to disease, other health problems, and economic losses. The Health Impact Assessment A health impact assessment (HIA) is a process that assesses the potential health impacts of a planned or existing intervention. HIAs are used to identify and mitigate potential health risks associated with a wide range of activities, including: Development projectsPolicy changesEnvironmental regulationsPublic health programsHIAs can be used to inform decision-making about whether or not to proceed with a proposed intervention, and to identify ways to reduce the potential for negative health impacts.