Environmental medicine

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003984",
  "term": "Environmental medicine",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The medical specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of human diseases and conditions caused by environmental factors. This field investigates the health effects of exposure to pollutants, toxins, and other environmental hazards. It often involves understanding the interplay between genetics and environmental exposures.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1215 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/environmental-medicine/"
}