Topic: vulnerable populations

This webinar examines evidence on climate-related health risks, emphasizing vulnerable populations, maternal and child health, and the Asia-Pacific region. It explores effects on pregnancy, early childhood and longer-term outcomes, and how extreme events disrupt access to care and increase pressure on healthcare services. Discussion connects community adaptation with resilient health systems and the role of health professionals in preparedness and response. Digital information, community priorities and practical cooperation inform approaches to protecting health as the climate changes. Interac

Tobacco use is the leading cause of preventable deaths and illnesses in the United States and globally. Sexual, racial, ethnic minorities, young adults, and populations from rural areas and lower socioeconomic positions are disproportionately impacted by the health harms of tobacco use and exposure to secondhand smoke. In this talk, Andy Tan, Associate Professor at the Annenberg School for Communication, will provide an overview of integrating communication science to address inequalities in health information exposure, message processing, and behavioral effects associated with pro- and anti-t