Fellowship helps doctors and nurses take action on climate change
Release Date: 06/18/2024
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info_outlineFellows have pushed their hospitals to reduce pollution, planted trees to reduce urban heat, and developed community organizing and communication skills. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/