What Methods are Used in Environmental Health Studies?
Environmental health studies employ various methods to gather and analyze data:
- Epidemiological Surveys: Used to collect data on health outcomes and environmental exposures. - Geospatial Analysis: Utilizes GIS technology to map and analyze spatial data. - Biomonitoring: Measures chemicals or their metabolites in biological specimens. - Exposure Assessment: Evaluates the extent and duration of exposure to environmental hazards.