The Impact of Environmental Health Determinants in Surgical Oncology
Shaneeta Johnson,
Sasha Corbin,
Chevar South
et al.
Abstract:Environmental determinants of health refer to external factors in our surroundings that influence health outcomes. It is estimated that healthier environments could prevent almost one‐quarter of the global burden of disease. Additionally, environmental factors, including lifestyle factors, air pollution, chemical exposures, and natural exposures, are responsible for a significant incidence of cancers and premature cancer deaths. Minority populations, low‐income populations, children, and older adults are at in… Show more
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