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Importance of Environmental Health

Environmental health is a vital branch of public health that examines how the environment—air, water, soil, and food—affects human health and well-being. It plays a crucial role in fostering safe, healthy communities by addressing the connections between people and their surroundings.

Key environmental factors impacting human health include:

Access to clean water for drinking, cooking, cleaning, and hygiene
The effects of air pollution
Climate change impacts, such as rising sea levels and wildfires
Proximity to hazardous sites like Superfund or Brownfield locations

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At NIHB, the Environmental Health Programs Department is committed to supporting culturally respectful initiatives that uphold Tribal sovereignty while fostering healthy individuals, sustainable environments, and safe communities. Explore our resources and tools to learn more about these critical topics.

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A healthy environment is a crucial component for ensuring healthy people and communities. Every day,

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NIHB Webinar: Climate Change and Indoor Air Quality
Tribal Health and Climate Change
Spotlight on Tribal Climate Adaptation in the Mountain States
Including Indigenous Health In Climate Change Assessments (Swinomish) Webinar
Climate Change & Health in the Arctic
Climate Learning Community Advocacy Webinar
Climate and Health Learning Community Public Health and Clean Air Webinar
Health Education and Communication Webinar
Climate and Health Learning Community: Logic Models 101
Climate and Health Learning Community: Biden’s Executive Orders 3/26/21
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National Indian Health Board will host the Tribal Health Data Symposium on March 4–5, 2025

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NIHB Response to Executive Orders

President Trump’s recent Executive Orders on federal funding could have serious implications for Tribal health. NIHB is actively advocating for Tribal Nations and providing key updates—click to learn more and access resources.

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