Episode 9 - Justice in Health: Voices for Environmental Equality

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Environmental health expert Dr. Francisco Tomei-Torres delves into the critical relationship between environmental factors and healthcare access. Dr. Tomei-Torres, who works within the Environmental Medicine and Health Systems Intervention Section at the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, brings a wealth of experience to the conversation. He shares compelling examples of how environmental issues disproportionately affect vulnerable communities and explains why equitable healthcare access is essential for addressing these impacts. Listeners will discover how environmental factors such as pollution, hazardous waste, and poor air quality directly contribute to health challenges and disparities, especially in underserved areas.

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Language: English (US)
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