December 9, 2022: Impact of the Climate Crisis on Pregnancy and Neonatal Health

Speaker: Jennifer Runkle, PhD, NC State/North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies (NCICS) and the Cooperative Institute for Satellite Earth System Studies (CISESS) within the academic arm of NOAA's National Centers for Environmental Information.

Target Audience

Physicians, residents, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and all health care professionals.

Program Description

The North Carolina Clinicians for Climate Action (NCCCA) Climate Resilience in Medical Practice Grand Rounds examines the health implications of climate change for our patients and communities and offers strategies to address prevention and emerging needs in clinical practice. Monthly grand rounds talks will address concerns and practice considerations related to heat-related illness, maternal health, mental health, pediatric practice, dermatology, and more.

Objectives

Upon completion of this knowledge-based course, the participant will be able to:

• Discuss NC health and community vulnerabilities related to climate change.

• Examine the intersection between climate change, equity, and sustainability.

• Identify tools for cultivating resilience in response to climate change.

Brochures with the session information and Zoom link are updated monthly.