Cancer patients can face treatment disruptions during extreme weather
Release Date: 06/19/2024
Free online courses teach health professionals about climate change and health
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The program helps them talk about the problem – and how it affects health – with patients. Learn more at
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Disasters cause long-term health harms, research finds
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A study of Superstorm Sandy survivors found higher rates of heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases in ZIP codes that experienced flooding. Learn more at
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You don’t need a fancy title to be a climate leader at work
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Employees at every level are helping companies go green. Learn more at
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Flood sensors help NYC residents stay out of dangerous waters
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A team has installed about 300 solar-powered sensors near streets and intersections that are flood-prone during storms or high tides. Learn more at
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Science educator makes a 7,000-mile journey in an electric SUV
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‘I love a big experiment.’ Learn more at
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A 30-year-old sea level rise projection has basically come true
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Even without today’s advanced modeling tools, scientists made a ‘remarkably’ accurate estimate. Learn more at
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Climate change is boosting health care costs
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An online tool helps businesses figure out how much climate change could increase what they pay for their employees’ health care. Learn more at
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A regional effort helps Ohio communities step up on climate change
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It’s helping cities and towns find the training, funding, and technical support to prepare for climate change and cut carbon pollution. Learn more at
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The policy change that could put more EVs on the road
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In many states, carmakers are prohibited from selling directly to consumers. Cutting out the middleman could help speed EV adoption. Learn more at
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Lights! Camera! Donated food!
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A Hollywood team gathers unused meals from TV and movie sets to share with food pantries, shelters, and low-income apartments. Learn more at
info_outlineChemotherapy and radiation require frequent doctor’s visits, which can get interrupted when disaster strikes. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/