The main topic for chapter 14 is environmental health. Below I will be discussing a few key points that I found interesting throughout the chapter. The topics I will be discussing are overpopulation, indoor air pollution, and global warming and climate change.
According to our textbook, “ the human population has nearly tripled since 1950, from 2.5 billion people to over 7 billion. The United Nations projects that the world’s population will grow to 9.8 billion by 2050” I get a mixed reaction reading these statistics. A part of me is happy that people are living longer and another part is afraid of what the future holds for my future kids. Since the world’s population is projected to multiply by three by year 2050, I believe that there will be strict laws in place to how many kids a woman can have. I believe that my kids will not have the luxury of having as many kids as they would want to.
In the textbook it states that “ air pollution levels within homes and other buildings, where we spend 90 percent of our time, may be two to five times higher than outdoor pollution levels.” I always thought that the air we breathe outdoors is more toxic than the one we breathe indoors. It is appalling and terrifying that we are always exposed to toxic chemicals. Furthermore, I enjoyed reading the suggestion that the book had on being mold free. Some of them are using a dehumidifier, buying paints with mold-resistant properties, and lastly drying clothing thoroughly before putting them away.
According to the textbook, “ 16 of the 17 warmest years on record have occurred since 2001. Since 1981, 20 of the warmest years ever have occured.” Living in Boston practically my whole life , I would always complain of how cold it gets and the amount of snow I have to shovel. These last few years the amount of snow we have received has been minimal. It is fascinating that people are in denial that climate change and global warming do exist. I really wish people took this topic seriously and take the proper precaution to protect the future generation.
In regards to my health aspect , I notice a major improvement with my sleeping habits. Prior to this semester I was only getting 3 to 4 hours of sleep. Now I am sleeping a few more hours due to my behavior changes. My phone is not sleeping next to me, I am using a night light, and also I am changing my eating habits. These changes has helped immensely.
So long my fellow classmate! It was a pleasure interacting with you guys this semester.
