This week's module provided a wealth of information regarding climate change. Some I already knew, some had a new spin on it, other topics I had only been superficially exposed to.
1. One of the most troubling things I am finding about climate change is the number of people who don't do anything on their part to make differences in their lifestyle even though most of the topics we are exposed to in this module is constantly talked about. In addition, there are so many causes that are troubling such as environmental pollution. Particularly, the health effects that global warming and environmental pollutions are having on our health and our children.
2. As a public health professional, I feel that reducing our carbon foot print and improving our environmental air and ozone are some of the most important thing we can try to do. So being aware of green house gas emissions and what we can do to reduce them are the things that as public health professionals we should work on. This area needs public health legislation, more than just civilians to make a difference.
3. If I were visiting a long lost relative who had never heard about climate change, I would describe it to them in a very simplified manner. Our planet is using artificial products to boost economy, but it is in turn hurting our planet by overheating it and causing toxic materials to go into the air we breathe. This is harmful to our health because we are breathing the air and drinking the water this earth has provided for us and it is not good for our planet.
It is the same for me where I find it frustrating that there are some people that refuse to believe climate change is real and would not do their part to help the situation. I agree with you that when explaining climate change to someone who doesn't know what it is, a simplified version is key. I hope everyone will take action against climate change before it's too late.
ReplyDeleteIt is very troubling that many people recognize climate change as an issue, however, they do not change their habits. I guess they think that they themselves cannot create a drastic change so they would rather not change--if that makes any sense. The thing is that, if we all change our habits, it would create a big enough change to where our environment would be benefitted.
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