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now, you know about the public health crisis generated by the opioid epidemic not
only in Anytown, but across the country as well. In fact, the opioid crisis can be called
the number one public health issue of our time. In fact, a White House Panel
recommended that this be declared a national emergency (Goodnough, 2017).
But did you know that this crisis and environmental science are connected? How, you
may ask? Let’s look at the environment of a coal mine. Are the working conditions
considered safe in terms of the air quality? One of the most common illnesses for
coal mining workers is called pneumoconiosis, or black lung disease. According to
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, pneumoconiosis occurs when
someone breathes in dust particles, or in this case, coal particles, over a period of
time. It often takes years for the disease to manifest, and when it does, lung
impairment, disability, and even death can occur.
This is an environmental science public health issue because this is a human-caused
disease and can be prevented through proper dust control measures. Because there
is no cure for black lung disease, many residents have turned to opioids to cope. I
need your help with this problem. Put on your environmental science hat and let’s
brainstorm ways to help our community and prevent this horrible condition and its
aftermath.

paper detail :
write a paper addressing the questions below:
Environmental factors significantly affect the opioid crisis in Anytown . What model would you use to create an environmental health program addressing the issue? What resources would you need to reach your goal? What community organizations would you need to support your efforts and why? What cultural factors should be included in this program to ensure its success?