Board of health

Board of Health

The Board of Health (pronounced: /bɔːrd ɒv hɛlθ/) is a type of governmental agency that is responsible for maintaining community health standards and enforcing health laws and regulations.

Etymology

The term "Board of Health" is derived from the English words "board" (meaning a group of people who manage the business of an organization) and "health" (meaning the state of being free from illness or injury).

Definition

A Board of Health is a body of elected or appointed members who jointly oversee the activities of a health department or agency. They are responsible for the oversight of health-related policies, regulations, and the overall well-being of the population they serve. This includes the enforcement of local, state, and federal health laws and regulations.

Functions

The primary functions of a Board of Health include:

• Public Health Policy: The board is responsible for the development and implementation of public health policies.
• Health Regulation Enforcement: The board enforces health regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of the community.
• Health Education: The board promotes health education and awareness programs.
• Disease Control: The board oversees measures to prevent and control diseases.
• Health Services: The board ensures the provision of necessary health services to the community.

Related Terms

• Public Health
• Health Department
• Health Regulation
• Health Education
• Disease Control
• Health Services

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Board of health
• Wikipedia's article - Board of health

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