Name
Ignite Talk: Medical Students Want and Need to Learn Climate Change Impacts and Advocacy
Date
Monday, December 5, 2022
Time
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM (EST)
Description

Moderated by Sandra Haudek
Climate change is a major determinant of health and condition for providing medical education. Patients are presenting with a range of impacts to multiple organ systems related to extreme weather; community health needs are growing; students are seeking to contribute to sustainability; and healthcare students and professionals are developing innovative solutions to local and global challenges. This session is guided by a lawyer who teaches healthcare students and professionals on climate change impacts and advocacy.