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Maranda C. Ward, Ed.D, MPH Happy National Public Health Week! Today's theme revolves around climate change! Along with being one of the world's current most pressing public health threats, climate change disproportionately impacts low-income communities as well as communities of colors due to a continued lack of focus towards their health and environmental factors such as pollution that may impact the space they live. Through changes to one's own actions, such as buying sustainably and becoming an advocate for climate change regulation and people's health, as well as systematic changes, such as the transfer to renewable energy sources and investments in climate-friendly transportation, climate change can be fought back against and our future preserved. For more information on this day of National Public Health Week, please reference the link below: https://lnkd.in/eaycmhdm

🌍 The Paradox of Public Health Solutions and Climate Change 🌿 Addressing the climate crisis through public health interventions presents a complex paradox. While certain health solutions aim to protect and improve public health, they may inadvertently exacerbate climate change. For example, the increased use of air conditioning to combat heatwaves can lead to higher greenhouse gas emissions. To create a sustainable future, it's essential to balance public health needs with environmental sustainability. Read more about this paradox and explore potential solutions in this insightful article: https://lnkd.in/gixi8X3G 🌱✨ #ClimateChange #PublicHealth #Sustainability #EnvironmentalHealth #ClimateAction

As MCRH celebrates #NationalPublicHealthWeek, realizing that public health extends far beyond healthcare is important. Today’s #NPHW theme centers on addressing the impact of Climate Change on communities, especially rural ones, by promoting clean energy, green spaces, and resilience measures. This safeguards health today and for future generations. Learn more about what actions can be taken in your community by clicking here: https://lnkd.in/gCdTUkwk #miruralhealth #ruralgreenspaces #climatechange

Join us in this critical dialogue to safeguard our health, climate, and future. The event will highlight the interconnected threats of air pollution and climate change, advocating for urgent action. Key discussions include a just transition to renewable energy, robust infrastructure for active transport, and cleaner cooking technologies. We'll explore strategies from environmental and human rights movements to organize for clean air and a sustainable environment—integral to both climate change mitigation and public health. The session will present Clean Air NDC Scorecard findings, emphasizing the integration of air quality into nationally determined contributions (NDCs) and policy opportunities at national and international levels.

State, Tribal and local action is vital to deliver on EPA’s commitment to reduce climate pollution and achieve net-zero emissions. Innovative measures contained in the selected Climate Pollution Reduction Grant applications were developed with input from local communities, and are expected to: - Benefit public health - Reduce energy burden for lower-income Americans - Improve climate resilience - Provide workforce and economic development #ClimatePollution #InflationReductionAct

Today, we released the 25th annual "State of the Air" report which found too many communities are still waiting for clean air. Nevada experienced more days of unhealthy ozone levels, and significant - if not - the highest levels of particle pollution reported.   Key findings: • Washoe and Clark County are 2 out of 30 counties in the US with failing grades for all three categories of pollutant. • Las Vegas and Reno land on all three of the Top 25 most polluted cities list in the U.S. for ozone, 24-hour, and annual PM levels. • 95% of Nevada residents live in a county with at least one failing air quality grade. We do have good news – more decisionmakers are recognizing our air and climate crises and taking action to reduce unhealthy emissions contributing to our ozone and particle challenges. The transportation sector generates the most greenhouse gases in Nevada, and recently there has been important action at the federal and local level to address this. From recently finalized federal clean air protections, state zero-emission vehicle policies and local climate action planning – these actions get at the heart of improving our air quality and saving lives. Read more about this year’s findings at stateoftheair.org

Air pollution poses a significant threat to public health and the environment #NPHW. Taking action on climate change is critical not only for meeting U.S. climate goals but also for reducing premature deaths caused by air pollution. To learn more about the benefits of improving air quality, check out America Is All In's report: https://lnkd.in/eM22DuZ8. #NationalPublicHealthWeek #AirPollution #ClimateAction

Cities are at the heart of the climate action and public health agenda

In the face of extreme weather events, air pollution, degrading water quality, and a changing environment, opportunities to protect health from the effects of climate change are vital. Join the National Academy of Medicine on May 29, 2:30 PM ET, for a public input webinar on the Climate and Health Resource Hub as part of the Grand Challenge on Climate Change, Human Health, and Equity: https://ow.ly/rBs950RK5yL #Climate #Health #Equity #GrandChallenge

On today's #WorldHealthDay, we're looking at how integrating air pollution & health impacts into climate transparency frameworks helps fight climate change & protect public health. Discover how to practically achieve this using guidance developed by ICAT and the Climate & Clean Air Coalition. Benefits of Integration: ✅Development of comprehensive emission inventories: Track greenhouse gases, short-lived climate pollutants (SLCPs), and air pollutants using a consistent methodology. ✅Policy evaluation: Assess how policies and measures simultaneously impact air pollution and climate change. ✅Health benefits quantification: Quantify the health burdens associated with air pollution and the health benefits achieved through cleaner air. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e6ZTMXbb