Climate & Health

We are at the greatest moment of opportunity to address climate change. The world is now recognizing that climate change impacts health, and recognition of that connection has grown exponentially. There have been shifting attitudes of climate being an environmental only issue to a human health issue. Now, we need to shift the conversation around the actions needed for this current, urgent need. What do we need to be safe and healthy right now?

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Epic Share: Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children

To educate families about health effects from pollution, Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children integrated air quality data into Epic. Clinicians review patients’ local air quality levels in the chart, helping initiate conversations about the environmental determinants of health. Using Air Pollution Data to Offer a More Complete View of

CDC Announces Important Advances in Protecting Americans from Heat

New Heat and Health Initiative, developed in response to increased health risks from heat exposure, aims to improve Americans’ ability to stay safe during heat events. CDC NewsroomPress releases, advisories, telebriefings, transcripts and archives.CDC

Huge Climate and Health Risks Require Urgent Action

The challenges posed as our planet warms up are wide-ranging and will impact almost every aspect of our lives. View resource

The Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change

New projections presented in the eighth annual global report of the Lancet Countdown on health and climate change. View resource

Climate change will affect all our health – but some will suffer more. What can we do?

Tackling the climate crisis and advocating for health equity requires collective action. View resource

Healthy Environment, Healthy People - Earth Day and every day

Every action counts when it comes to tackling climate change and its impacts on health. Even simply talking about it can make a difference. Healthy Environment, Healthy People — Earth Day and Every DayEvery action counts when it comes to tackling climate change and its impacts on health. Even simply talking

Connecting Climate Change and Mental Health: Impact and Hope

Climate change is not just an environmental issue; its impacts are far-reaching and extend to various aspects of human life, including mental health. Download resource

Advancing Health and Health Equity Through Climate Action

Learn more about whose health is most affected by climate change and how it affects businesses. Download resource

Why businesses should care about Climate and Health - The Business Imperative

The health of the workforce and community is integral to successful, thriving businesses. Learn the five steps businesses can take to better align climate and health. Download resource

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Connecting Climate Change and Mental Health: Impact and Hope

For this Connecting Climate Change & Health series event, we shine a spotlight on the profound connection between climate change and mental health. Presented by Kaiser Permanente and the World Economic Forum, this discussion brings together leaders from diverse sectors to share valuable resources and insights for prioritizing mental health

May 14, 2024

POLITICO Presents - Global Impact: Climate Change and Our Health

Are increased extreme weather events leading to a rise in health issues? Should those issues be looked at holistically or separately? This session presented by POLITICO examines links between catastrophic weather events and health challenges, and how industry and government can better collaborate to tackle disparities at the intersection of

April 11, 2024

Putting Health at the Heart of Climate Action

Tune in for a conversation on the outlook of human health in face of one of the greatest challenges of our time — climate change. This discussion with Bechara Choucair, MD, EVP & Chief Health Officer, Kaiser Permaente, is led by Alexander Gaffney, MS, RAC, Regulatory Policy and Intelligence Leader, Agency

April 11, 2024

Connecting Climate Change and Health: Research and Innovation

In the second Connecting Climate Change and Health panel series hosted by Kaiser Permanente and the World Economic Forum, this discussion highlights thought leaders, researchers, policymakers, and practitioners who are passionate about urgently driving a research agenda to deepen understanding around climate change as a key driver of health inequities.

September 21, 2023

Connecting Climate Change and Health Series Launch

On June 7, 2023, Kaiser Permanente and the World Economic Forum kicked off the launch of their Connecting Climate Change and Health series, sparking a national dialogue on critical topics such as air quality, extreme heat and weather, and the impacts on individual and community health. In this first event,

June 7, 2023

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