Introduction

This glossary offers definitions of key terms commonly used in the field of urban health, particularly in relation to public health, environmental health, occupational health, and health governance within urban settings. It is designed to help students, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers build a foundational understanding of essential concepts in this evolving field. While not comprehensive, the glossary highlights frequently used terms that are critical to urban health discourse and are often complex or overlooked in practice.

This glossary is part of the urban glossary series produced by the IIHS Library. Access the complete collection on the IIHS Knowledge Gateway.