Question

ECOLOGY:

If you had to explain to others in your medical, dental or other profession why its important to understand ecological principles in order to best serve the health of your patients, what would you say?

Answer 1

It is more important to understand ecological principles for better health of patients. Ecological care associated with professional practice and vice versa involves commitment and responsibility,with one self,with others and the whole universe

Ecological principles are

• Adaptation,
• Behavior,
• Diversity,
• Emergent properties,
• Energy flow,
• Growth and development,
• Limits,
• Regulation , These principles are very important for health of patients.

Preventive health measures associated with ecological care is the measures adopted by professionals.Sorting garbage , recycling, proper waste disposal and suitable packaging of sharp materials are basic actions in preventive health measures. Other actions also can be considered.They are , conserving food properly,using biodegradable products, washing food properly,washing hands, careful to harmful water, encourage suppliers to grow food free from pesticides ,avoid unnecessary use of antibiotics and materials