What is another word for Environmental Medicine?
Pronunciation: [ɛnvˌa͡ɪɹənmˈɛntə͡l mˈɛdsən] (IPA) 
Environmental Medicine, also known as Environmental Health or Public Health, is a branch of medicine that focuses on the interaction between the environment and human health. There are several synonyms for Environmental Medicine that are used interchangeably such as Environmental Toxicology, Ecological Health, Epidemiology, Occupational Health, and Preventive Medicine. Environmental Toxicology involves the study of harmful substances that affect the environment and the people who are exposed to them. Ecological Health is the study of the impact of environmental factors on the health of individuals and communities. Epidemiology is a branch of medicine that involves the study of diseases and their causes. Occupational Health focusses on the health and safety of workers in their workplace. Preventive Medicine involves the promotion of health and the prevention of diseases through environmental interventions and changes.
