AMOS Pub Series – Climate Change and Your Health

We are proud to present, in partnership with The Collider; February’s Science Pub –Climate Change and Your Health.

WNC Climate and Health Workgroup is a local collaborative of scientists, clinicians and public health leaders who engage with the public and policymakers around the region regarding impacts of climate change on human health, providing potential solutions and co-benefits of resilience planning.

Marian Arledge, Executive Director WNC Health Network

Ginger Clough, RN, Buncombe County Health & Human Services & Trainer with Resources for Resilience
Jennifer Runkle, North Carolina Institute for Climate Studies at North Carolina State
Maggie Sugg, Department of Geography and Planning at Appalachian State

This month come explore the ways in which climate change and weather are already impacting our nation’s health and what health impacts residents in WNC might expect in the future.

February’s Pub explores the ways in which climate change and weather are already impacting our nation’s health and what health impacts residents in WNC might expect in the future. The presentation will end showcasing ways in which attendees can get involved in local climate action efforts and be part of the larger conversation. The talk will equip you with a more comprehensive view in support of when we protect the plant, we protect our health and the health of future generations.

Join us on Thursday, February 20, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
*Doors will open at 5:30 pm (presentation begins at 6:00 pm)

LOCATION: The Collider
1 Haywood St. – Suite 401