Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
Public health impact refers to the overall effect that a particular issue or event has on the health and well-being of a population. It takes into account factors such as disease prevalence, mortality rates, and quality of life.
Related terms
Epidemiology: The study of patterns, causes, and effects of diseases in populations.
Health disparities: Differences in health outcomes between different groups due to social, economic, or environmental factors.
Pandemic: A global outbreak of a disease that affects people across multiple countries or continents.