Health in the built environment
The term ‘health’ has evolved over time from referring simply to the body's ability to function, to include physical, mental and social wellbeing.
Health typically relates to the health of people, but it can also refer to the health of animals, an ecosystem, the economy, businesses and so on, describing in very general terms its condition.
In the built environment, health can refer to:
- The health of construction workers (typically grouped with safety as health and safety). For more information see: Health and safety.
- The health of other people employed in the construction industry.
- The economic health of the construction industry or businesses within it.
- The health of building occupants.
- Ecology and the environment.
The health of construction workers and building users includes issues such as:
- Sick building syndrome / building related illness.
- Health and safety.
- Comfort.
- Wellbeing.
- Mental health.
- Emergency services.
- Environmental health.
- Public health.
- Occupational health.
- Pollution.
- Nuisance.
- First aid.
- Emergency services.
- Biophilic design.
- Indoor air quality.
- Indoor environmental quality.
- Phobias.
- Heat stress.
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Comments
Health in the built environment is such an essential topic, and it's great to see it being addressed comprehensively here. The way our surroundings influence our well-being can't be underestimated, from air quality to access to natural light. Designing spaces with health in mind not only improves quality of life but also supports long-term sustainability. This is a vital read for anyone involved in creating healthier, more livable spaces. https://healthywz.com/