This session will introduce the critical connection between climate change and public health, setting the stage for the workshop series. Panelists and attendees will:
- Explore how climate change directly impacts health outcomes, drawing on real-world examples like COVID-19 and HIV to highlight the intersections.
- Understand the shared mission of PRI and DOHMH in fostering climate resilience and health equity.
- Learn how public health professionals can lead in climate preparedness.
- Discuss strategies to ensure health equity in climate responses, particularly for marginalized and vulnerable communities.
Speakers
Jeffrey Shaman, PhD
Professor of Climate and Environmental Health Sciences, Columbia Climate School; Senior Vice Dean, Columbia Climate School
Julian L. Watkins, MD
Assistant Commissioner, Bureau of Health Equity Capacity Building; Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Resilient Futures: Climate & Health Justice in NYC is a series of four interactive workshops focused on how climate change impacts public health, with an emphasis on equity and resilience. Hosted by the NYC Pandemic Response Institute and the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, the series offers practical strategies and tools for tackling climate-driven health challenges. Join us to learn how you can help create a healthier, more resilient NYC.