Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - JHS 1

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Performance objectives

• Define environmental health
• Identify factors that influence environmental health
• Explain the importance of personal and food hygiene
• Suggest ways to improve environmental health

Lesson summary

This lesson introduces the concept of Environmental Health. We will explore how the cleanliness and safety of our surroundings—our homes, schools, and communities—directly affect our well-being. In Ghana, we face daily challenges like managing 'pure water' sachets, dealing with choked gutters during the rainy season, and ensuring our water is safe to drink. Understanding the factors of environmental health helps us prevent common diseases like malaria, cholera, and typhoid, and empowers us to create a healthier community for everyone. It is not just about staying healthy, but also about taking pride in our environment.

Lesson notes

What is Environmental Health?

Definition: Environmental health is the area of public health that deals with all the things in our environment (our surroundings) that can affect our health and well-being. It is about making sure the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, and the places we live and play are clean and safe.

Think of it like this: Personal hygiene is about keeping your *body* clean. Environmental health is about keeping your *surroundings* clean. Both are needed for a healthy life. Key Factors of Environmental Health

There are several important factors that determine how healthy our environment is. Let's discuss the most critical ones for us in Ghana.