Idaho Clinicians for Climate and Health
A healthier future for Idaho
Climate change is among the greatest threats to human health. We are health professionals dedicated to a more sustainable future and healthier world.
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Environmental Impacts of the U.S. Health Care System and Effects on Public Health
Concerted efforts to improve environmental performance of health care could reduce expenditures directly through waste reduction and energy savings, and indirectly through reducing pollution burden on public health, and ought to be included in efforts to improve health care quality and safety. (National Library of Medicine)
Want to make America healthy again? Stop fueling climate change
Anybody who’s fallen ill during a heat wave, struggled while breathing wildfire smoke or been injured cleaning up from a hurricane knows that climate change can threaten human health. (The Conversation)
“We empower health workers to use their voices and make a difference.”
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Your support ensures a healthier future for Idaho
ICCH is for Idaho healthcare workers across all specialities and professions.
Respiratory therapists, physicians, nurse practitioners, speech and language professionals, physical therapists, nurses, physician assistants, pharmacists, registered dietitians, public health workers…all are encouraged to join!
ICCH is a diverse and motivated community of members identifying key climate problems and implementing solutions.
Contributions directly support education programs, sustainability efforts, policy and advocacy for cleaner environments.
ICCH is a 501c3 and your contribution is 100% tax deductible!
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