Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Bloomberg American Health Initiative
Are States Ready for Climate Change?
Are States Ready for Climate Change?
Are States Ready for Climate Change?
Wednesday 23rd December 2020
Dr. Megan Latshaw discusses a new report on states' readiness for climate change's health impacts, revealing critical gaps and vulnerabilities.
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Get the buttons here!How Ready Are States for Climate Change's Health Impacts?
Climate change has become a political topic, although we are seeing now less political divide and more people who are acknowledging that this is an existential risk and being willing to do something about it.
Imagine facing a storm without an umbrella. That's the reality for many states when it comes to climate change and public health. This episode of 'The American Health Podcast' dives into a revealing report, 'Climate Change & Health: Assessing State Preparedness', from researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health and Trust for America’s Health. The report evaluates how well-prepared each state is to protect its residents from the health impacts of climate change, and the findings are eye-opening.
While some states have made significant strides, others lag far behind, leaving their most vulnerable populations at greater risk. Dr. Megan Latshaw, one of the report's co-authors, joins the discussion to unpack these findings and highlight the urgent need for a national climate change and health plan. She sheds light on how climate change disproportionately affects poor and minority communities, making the call for comprehensive legislation even more pressing.
If you're curious about how your state stacks up or concerned about the broader implications of climate change on public health, this episode is a must-listen.