Environmental data is essential for: - Identifying risk factors: Environmental data helps in identifying and quantifying exposure to potential risk factors such as pollutants or occupational hazards. - Implementing public health interventions: Recognizing environmental risks allows for the development of strategies to mitigate these risks through policy changes, education, and infrastructure improvements. - Monitoring disease trends: Environmental monitoring can reveal trends and patterns in disease occurrence, aiding in early detection and response to outbreaks.
