The birth of the climate doula
A pilot program In Florida teaches doulas how to prepare pregnant people for hurricanes, flooding and extreme heat.
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Doulas on the front lines of climate resilience
Pregnant people should not have to navigate the growing dangers of extreme heat, flooding and storms alone.
Health and climate: A growing crisis in Florida
Environmental changes are affecting vulnerable populations, especially children.
The next public health threat: Oropouche virus
In a rapidly warming world, disease-carrying insects are becoming more prevalent and widespread.
Q&As with Floridians on the front lines of fighting climate change
The Invading Sea is interviewing Floridians working to address climate impacts and other environmental challenges.
The University of Florida should be a leader in sustainable practices
UF could power its campus through energy efficiency upgrades, solar panels and other well-established technologies.
‘My population is beyond the fear of climate change. They live it.’ — The head of Florida Clinicians for Climate Action discusses the health impacts of a warming planet
A Q&A with Dr. Cheryl Holder, founding co-chair and interim executive director of Florida Clinicians for Climate Action.
Lessons for Florida: Tropical nations know the risks of mosquito-borne diseases and extreme heat
Early steps are being taken to address the health impacts of a warming planet, but more action is needed.
Young Floridians say, ‘Look Up’ and embrace the power of the sun
By Cheryl Holder and Yoca Arditi-Rocha There’s a lot of attention these days to one of Netflix’s most watched films, Don’t ...
Here’s a better way for Florida to become energy efficient
By Carol Lindsey, Florida Clinicians for Climate Action Medical professionals are seeing more patients whose health is adversely affected by ...