Globalization and disease
Globalization and Disease
Globalization and disease (pronunciation: /ˌɡloʊbəlɪˈzeɪʃən ænd dɪˈziːz/) refers to the impact that globalization has on the spread and treatment of diseases worldwide.
Etymology
The term "globalization" originates from the word "global," meaning worldwide, and the suffix "-ization," indicating a process or action. The term "disease" comes from the Old French "desaise," meaning lack of ease.
Definition
Globalization and disease is a field of study that examines how the process of globalization affects the spread, prevention, and treatment of diseases. It considers factors such as international travel, trade, and the global exchange of medical knowledge and resources.
Related Terms
- Epidemiology: The study of how disease spreads and can be controlled in populations.
- Pandemic: An outbreak of a disease that occurs over a wide geographic area and affects an exceptionally high proportion of the population.
- Public Health: The science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities.
- Infectious Disease: Diseases caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites.
Impact of Globalization on Disease
Globalization has both positive and negative impacts on disease. On one hand, it facilitates the rapid spread of diseases across borders. On the other hand, it also enables the swift global response to disease outbreaks, including the sharing of information and resources.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Globalization and disease
- Wikipedia's article - Globalization and disease
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