MedPage Today August 27, 2024
— As physicians, we play an essential role in the climate crisis
Many Americans in fire- and extreme heat-prone regions realize they’re on the front lines of the climate crisis. Yet, when asked what specific health risks they face, many struggle to identify any. If pressed, some will identify the connection between air pollution and pulmonary issues, but that’s typically where the responses end.
In recent years, the media has done a good job highlighting the many emerging connections between climate and health. Both mainstream and trade publications will cover major studies on the health implications. During active wildfires, local publications are replete with interviews where experts specifically identify pregnant people as being at heightened risk for preterm birth and...
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