The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health decries the domestic terrorist attack on the Capitol on January 6th.
Statements
Statement in Support of Ron Klain as Chief of Staff to President-Elect Biden
The equitable protection and promotion of human health must be a central organizing principle for shaping climate solutions and for educating the public about the terrible harms of climate inaction and the enormous benefits of action.
APA Statement: Psychiatrists Call for a Non-Violent Election
As psychiatrists we know that with civic disruption, violence, intimidation and associated threats of authoritarian actions, our efforts to address the mounting crisis of climate change and associated disparities and injustices cannot proceed.
Consortium Statement on UK’s NHS Net Zero Carbon Emissions Commitment
An inspiring example for health systems around the world – England’s National Health Service (NHS) has released a plan to reach carbon neutrality by 2045.
Consortium Statement on the EPA decision not to improve the National Ozone Standard
The evidence on the danger of ozone pollution has become stronger, as has the evidence on the health benefits of reducing exposure. We support the recommendation of the American Lung Association to strengthen the National Ambient Standard for Ozone.
Wisconsin Medical Society: Climate Change Position Resolution
The Wisconsin Medical Society endorses the scientific consensus and findings of the 5th Assessment Report of the UN IPCC.
Consortium Applauds House Report: ‘Solving the Climate Crisis: The Congressional Action Plan for a Clean Energy Economy and a Healthy and Just America’
Statement by the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health applauding the House Select Committee on the Climate Crisis for its plan to address the climate emergency.
BLACK LIVES MATTER
Statement by the Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health on Racial Injustice and Systemic Racism in the United States.
Letter to Congress – A Fair and Healthy Election
Organizations: Please consider signing this Letter to Congress asking they ensure that all Americans have the right to vote without risking their health.