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Apr 2021
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5. Earth Week Special: 2021 Climate and ...

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Our special Earth Week episode is produced in collaboration with ecoAmerica and Climate for Health! Listen as Rebecca Rehr leads a conversation with Dr. Cheryl Holder and Dr. Boris Lushniak, where they discuss opportunities to support health professional leadership and center health equity in climate solutions. They’ll also check the rear view mirror for any lessons learned in 2020 and places to build synergies and collaboration.

Hosted by Mattie Boehler-Tatman

Edited by Liana Haigis

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