Environment

Environmental health issues include air quality, as well as drinking water and food safety.

There are numerous environmental health issues, and it is Public Health’s job to help create healthy environments in which people can live, work and play.

How environmental health fits within public health

Environmental health is the part of public health that identifies and mitigates risk in the natural and built environments that may affect human health.

Environmental health issues include air quality issuesdrinking water safety and exposure to chemicals such as lead. Environmental health also provides information on health issues associated with natural hazards, such as noxious plants or the effects of climate change on residents in our communities.

Public Health aims to prevent the spread of disease and to work with community partners to create healthy environments.

What is Public Health Sudbury & Districts role?

Public Health Sudbury & Districts has many teams that work to deliver public health programs and services. The ​Health Protection Division works to provide, protect and promote healthy environments.

Some of the programs and services delivered under the ​Health Protection Division include:

Additional information

For more information on the activities of the ​Health Protection Division speak to a public health inspector at Public Health Sudbury & Districts by calling 705.522.9200 or toll-free at 1.866.522.9200.


This item was last modified on October 24, 2023