Environmental health

Environmental health

Environmental health risks can include the quality of a person’s air, food and water supply and their exposure to hazardous materials.

Disease clusters

Disease clusters are rare but can cause community concern about the possible effects of exposure to environmental hazards.

Hazardous waste

It can be dangerous to dispose of hazardous wastes through regular rubbish collections.

Climate change and health

The effects of climate change will have a serious impact on the physical and mental health of people around the world.

Climate change - what you can do

There are many things you can do to tackle climate change and live a more sustainable lifestyle.

Edible gardens - saving water

Saving water in the garden not only saves money, but also helps protect the environment.

Mercury exposure

Preventing or minimising exposure to mercury in your environment is the best way to reduce the risk of mercury poisoning.