technology in

environment and
human health
The computer is one of the most remarkable developments in the
history of mankind. Technological development in the information
technology (IT) has connected people in different parts of the world
into a single network. Informational technology has tremendous
potential in every walk of life such as business, economics, politics,
medicine, environment and culture.

Development of different internet facilities, World Wide Web (WWW),

Geographical information system (GIS), Global positioning system
(GPS), Environmental Information System (ENVIS)
and information through satellites has generated a wealth of
information on various aspects of day to day life.
IT provides us with information regarding the following:

•probable dangers related to indiscriminate use of natural resources

•hazardous results due to the use of various pesticides and germicides

•animal products (hide, bone, milk, etc.) and plant resources in an area

•effective control of population growth

•soil erosion and conservation

•education and public awareness

•changes in the health care delivery system

•community health information networks