What is happening in the world today that can drastically affect public health?

Not really sure where to begin on this one. If anyone could give me a neuron jump start, it would be greatly appreciated. thanks in advance, t.j.

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What a vast topic! You'll probably have to read lots in order to choose a specific topic that can be adequately written about.

Start here:
http://www.america.gov/st/scitech-english/2010/August/20100810155143lcnirellep5.547732e-02.html

and here: http://www.google.com/#hl=en&source=hp&q=health+public+worldwide&aq=f&aqi=g9g-m1&aql=&oq=&gs_rfai=Cjzs4L6V0TOuaEZXcygSRiYEGAAAAqgQFT9AmbmU&pbx=1&fp=93c3c78db929eee0
(Start with the sixth linked article.)
I think the most recent world event is the oil spills. Global warming is another topic. Another big issue is pesticide use and antibiotic use in healthy animals.