Sanitation

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Sanitation (sænɪˈteɪʃən)

Sanitation refers to the principles and practices relating to the management of factors in the environment that can affect public health. These factors include waste management, water supply, and disease prevention. The term is derived from the Latin word "sanitas," which means health.

Etymology

The term "sanitation" comes from the Latin word "sanitas," which means health. It was first used in English in the mid-19th century to refer to the disposal of waste materials to prevent disease.

Related Terms

  • Hygiene: The practice of maintaining cleanliness to prevent disease and promote good health.
  • Public Health: The science and practice of protecting and improving the health of a community through preventive medicine, health education, control of communicable diseases, application of sanitary measures, and monitoring of environmental hazards.
  • Waste Management: The process of treating solid wastes and offering a variety of solutions for recycling items that don't belong to trash.
  • Water Supply: The provision of water by public utilities, commercial organisations, community endeavors or by individuals, usually via a system of pumps and pipes.
  • Disease Prevention: Measures to prevent the occurrence of specific diseases and conditions.

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