Public Health is a field of study and practice that focuses on protecting and improving the health of populations. It encompasses a broad range of activities aimed at preventing disease, prolonging life, and promoting health through organized efforts and informed choices of society, organizations, communities, and individuals. Public health addresses health issues at the population level through the application of science, research, and policy-making, often emphasizing prevention strategies rather than treatment of illness. Key areas of public health include epidemiology, health education, biostatistics, environmental health, and health services administration. Public health initiatives can involve vaccination programs, health education campaigns, disease surveillance, and health policy development to address health disparities and improve overall community health.
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