FOR A NATIONAL PUBLIC ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH POLICY FIRMLY ANCHORED IN THE REGIONS

The health consequences of environmental deterioration are increasing. This is due to human activities that contribute to the deterioration of our ecosystems, including the overexploitation of natural resources, deforestation, land take, urban sprawl, industrial activities, intensive agriculture and mass tourism. Although the entire population is affected by these health risks, the most vulnerable populations are the most exposed to environ mental risks and have the greatest difficulty in accessing health care and preventive measures.