The science and practice of promoting and protecting the health of communities and populations through organized efforts, including disease prevention, health education, and policy advocacy.
The study of the distribution and determinants of health-related events in populations, aiming to identify patterns and causes of diseases.
Differences in health outcomes or access to healthcare among different social, economic, or ethnic groups, highlighting inequities in health.
Medical practices and interventions aimed at preventing diseases and promoting health, including vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle interventions.
Trained professionals who work within communities to promote health education, disease prevention, and access to healthcare resources.
Initiatives and strategies designed to encourage healthier behaviors, lifestyles, and environments to improve overall well-being.
Illnesses transmitted to humans through the bites of vectors such as mosquitoes, ticks, or fleas, contributing to the spread of infectious diseases.
The field of study, research, and practice that addresses health issues on a global scale, emphasizing cooperation and collaboration across borders.
The worldwide spread of a new disease, affecting a large number of people across different countries or continents.
The achievement of the highest level of health for all people, regardless of their social or economic status, by addressing systemic injustices.
The application of statistical methods to biological and health-related data, helping in the interpretation of research findings and decision-making.
The branch of public health that focuses on the impact of the environment on human health, including air and water quality, food safety, and occupational hazards.
The administration of vaccines to stimulate the immune system, providing immunity against specific diseases and preventing their spread.