Michigan Clinicians Host Panel on Health Benefits of Clean Energy Transition
The Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action (MiCCA) is organizing a panel discussion in Traverse City, Michigan, focusing on the health benefits of transitioning to clean energy. The event, scheduled for May 31, will feature Dr. Debra Hendrickson, a pediatrician from Reno, Nevada, who authored 'The Air They Breathe.' Dr. Hendrickson will share her experiences with patients affected by climate-related health issues, such as smoke, smog, and extreme heat. The panel will include local healthcare professionals discussing the impact of climate change on public health and the role of health professionals in addressing these challenges. The event is supported by local organizations, including the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Grand Traverse Social Justice Action Team and Grand Traverse Humanists.