Full course description
Description
This training explores the impact of climate change and air pollution on cardiovascular health, with a focus on the mechanisms of harm caused by particulate matter (PM2.5), the populations most at risk, and evidence-based interventions. The session underscores the role of clinicians in addressing environmental risks and advocating for protective measures.
Target Audience
Healthcare professionals, cardiologists, public health officials, and environmental health advocates seeking to understand and mitigate the cardiovascular impacts of climate change and air pollution.
Learning Outcomes
After completing this training, you will be able to:
- Describe how climate change and air pollution exacerbate cardiovascular disease.
- Identify the mechanisms by which particulate matter (PM2.5) causes cardiovascular damage.
- Recommend evidence-based interventions to reduce exposure and associated health risks.
- Advocate for systemic and policy-driven solutions to mitigate air pollution and climate change impacts.