public health; public hygiene; sanitation
Refers to organized measures to prevent disease, promote health, and prolong life in a population. Often used in government, medical, and academic contexts.
Improvements in public health have reduced the incidence of infectious diseases.
この地域では公衆衛生が行き届いていない。
Public sanitation is inadequate in this area.
The government protects public health through measures against infectious diseases.
The development of the water supply system greatly improved public health.
This pollution is a serious public health problem.
Wearing masks was recommended from a public health perspective.