Dates: February 9 & 11, 2021
Times: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
During this virtual conference, health care providers will gain a deeper understanding of the relationships between a changing climate and human health. Climate change is leading to an increase in intensity and frequency of extreme weather and weather-related disasters, changes in air and water quality, and changes in the distribution of vector-borne illnesses. The effect of these changes on selected health conditions will be reviewed. By gaining a deeper understanding of these changes, health care professionals will be better prepared to address population health needs in the face of a changing climate. Through knowledge and networking, health care professionals will be empowered to exert their influence to promote policies that address the causes and consequences of climate change.
Credit Offered
- 7.0 IPCE Credits
- 7.0 Contact Hours
- 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM
- 7.0 AAPA Category 1 CME Credits
- 7.0 Hours of Participation
Learning Objectives/Expected Outcomes
Through participation in this virtual conference, health care providers will:
- Correlate the impact of climate change on selected human health conditions
- Articulate the impact of weather extremes, weather-related disasters, changing air quality, changing water quality, and changes in the distribution of vector-borne illnesses on selected health conditions
- Describe challenges associated with weather-related disaster preparedness for vulnerable individuals, communities, and populations
- Identify resources available and best practices for mitigating adverse effects of weather and climate impacts on health conditions
- Identify ways to become involved in promoting policies that help address the causes and consequences of climate change.