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climate change
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Why air pollution is an underreported health story of the decade
Air pollution is a global public health emergency. Journalists must emphasize health equity, economic loss and systemic bodily harm.
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A billion lives in the balance: How we prepare for unbearable heat will shape the century
More than 1 billion people live in areas where extreme heat and humidity will surpass the survivability limit by the…
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Building audience with local climate-health stories
In this webinar, we’ll discuss how to find compelling, community-driven stories at the intersection of climate change and public health.
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New insights for health journalists from a climate communication research review
Many people don’t get important info about their health because it’s siloed as an environmental topic. Health journalists can help…
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How to get quotes when scientists won’t talk on the record about climate change
Climate silence deepens among scientists affected by DOGE cuts. How do journalists get the quotes they need to inform their…
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New state scorecards expose climate and health risks
The Commonwealth Fund’s new scorecards on climate, health and health care unmask wide variation across states when it comes to…
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How to find local climate-health stories
Check out these ideas for finding fresh climate change story angles.
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NYT’s ‘50 States, 50 Fixes’ exemplifies the climate journalism audiences need
The New York Times began a series on March 25 that celebrates environmental progress in each state.
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Everything you need to know about the urban heat island effect
With 80% of Americans living in urban areas, understanding the heat island effect is crucial when reporting on environmental health.
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Why you should pay attention to climate lawsuits
As climate lawsuits gain traction, companies could be held liable for health damages due to their contributions to climate change.