Some people may find it difficult to define what exactly is public health, but if you pay close attention to the things surrounding you, you will find that there are innumerable things that the government, school, or community has put to our services in order for us to have healthier lives. While looking for things around the univeristy area that would describe what public health is, our group noticed a water machine that provides the community with fresh drinkable water for only 25 cents per gallon. We chose this water machine in Tampa because water is one of the most important necessities in life. Knowing that we have access to clean water is something that we should appreciate. Aside from providing us with drinkable water, this water machine is also promoting the "green" movement since you can reuse your gallon to refill. Also since it is in a large plaza with neighborhoods close by, some people don't even have to drive to get water which saves gas and doesn't harm the environment. We believe this is a great representation of public health because this water machine is not only available to the PUBLIC, but it is there to provide us with clean water for the betterment of our HEALTH. That's why the water machine IS PUBLIC HEALTH! :)Asyad, Alexis, Lisa, Myles
The Arctic Water machine is a great representation of public health. Water is an essential part of our daily diet for our bodies are made up of at least 60% of water. Failure to drink the required amount of water daily can result in dehydration which can lead to other health problems such as irregular blood pressure, kidney disease and even death. Hence, the accessibility to clean water for a community is of great importance. With this water machine, the community will be able to get water for a reasonable price (25 cents per gallon) and also help reduce pollution for it force the public to recycle their plastic containers.
ReplyDeleteI thought that your representation of public health was by far the most creative. I have driven by that building multiple times and never knew what it was. I especially liked the way you looked at the water as not only an aspect of public health but also as being environmentally and economically friendly.
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