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At COP28, world leaders turn a belated spotlight on human health

Climate health experts applauded the milestone but emphasized the need to phase out fossil fuels. Quelle: https://grist.org/cop28/at-cop28-world-leaders-turn-a-belated-spotlight-on-human-health/...

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UN declares PFAS pollution in North Carolina a human rights violation

Its declaration marks the first time the international body has used such a framework to address the threat of “forever…

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Where is noise pollution the worst? Redlined neighborhoods

Nearly all of them are subject to noise levels linked with hearing loss, a study shows. Quelle: https://grist.org/health/where-is-noise-pollution-worst-redlined-neighborhoods/...

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Here are the four issues to watch at COP28

World leaders have two weeks to decide the fate of the planet. How hard could it be? Quelle: https://grist.org/international/four-issues-to-watch-at-cop28/...

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Extreme heat led to a Taylor Swift fan’s death in Brazil. Could it have been prevented?

In an era of rising heat waves, experts weigh in on how to plan for concerts and other large events…

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It’s not just extreme weather: ‘Climate-sensitive’ diseases are spreading through the US

A federal report shows climate change is pushing ticks, mosquitoes, and other carriers of disease into new regions. Quelle: https://grist.org/health/its-not-just-extreme-weather-climate-sensitive-diseases-are-spreading-through-the-us/...

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Climate change is putting the health of billions at risk

A new report from a leading medical journal warns global warming may lead to a 370 percent increase in annual…

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Plastic’s life-cycle costs overwhelmingly fall on poor countries

A new analysis finds lower-income countries pay 8 times more for plastic’s social and environmental impacts. Quelle: https://grist.org/equity/plastics-life-cycle-costs-overwhelmingly-fall-on-poor-countries/...

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Mercury is still an environmental threat

The heavy metal is poisoning Indigenous peoples' environment and health, but no one can agree on how or when to…

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Energy Equity Health news

Pennsylvania’s fracking boom is hurting its oldest residents

“Up until 10 years ago, I was a pretty healthy bitch. And, unfortunately, I’m dying.” Quelle: https://grist.org/health/pennsylvanias-fracking-boom-is-hurting-its-oldest-residents/...

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