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When you, or a loved one, has to have surgery, environmental protections are probably the last thing on your mind. But it is an issue that needs to be addressed. As much as 8-10% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the country emanate from medical facilities. Michigan Medicine is looking to significantly cut down its impacts while continuing to providing crucial care services. Dr. George Mashour is chair of Michigan Medicine's anesthesiology department, and he joined WEMU's David Fair to explain the process of identifying and implementing solutions.
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For many in Washtenaw County, environmental justice is lacking. Low income residents and people of color often find themselves subjected to environmental…
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We know, with certainty, the climate crisis is negatively impacting our environment. It is also having adverse affects on pubic health, particularly in…
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Millions of people around the world live near major garbage dumps. Such conditions are a public health and environmental danger. The Ann Arbor-based…
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The City of Ann Arbor is encouraging residents to become more environmentally friendly during the pandemic. Missy Stults is the sustainability and…
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Pollution found in our air and water can lead to serious health issues. A new report from the Children’s Environmental Health Network explored such risks,…