Planetary First Aid: 2025 THR Climate and Health Conference

Arlington, TX US
January 10, 2025

Are you passionate about the intersection of climate change and health? Do you want to be at the forefront of innovative solutions for a healthier planet? Then don’t miss our upcoming conference based on concerns raised by THR employees in the recent CHANT climate survey. There will be an opportunity to share stories, learn about existing initiatives at THR and in the community, and discuss what we can do as groups and individuals to care for our global home and each other in the face of climate changes. 

Hosted by THR Nurse Scientists
 

Learning Objectives

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  • Discuss the concept of planetary health and its importance in maintaining human health.
  • Identify key environmental factors that impact planetary health and human well-being. 
  • List strategies for mitigating environmental damage and promoting sustainable practices.
  • Describe the impact of climate change on healthcare facilities
  • Discuss the impact of the healthcare industry on climate
  • Identify groups disproportionately affected by environmental hazards.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 3.50 Attendance
  • 3.50 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Course opens: 
10/09/2024
Course expires: 
01/10/2025
Event starts: 
01/10/2025 - 1:00pm CST
Event ends: 
01/10/2025 - 5:00pm CST
Cost:
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Topics include:

  • Planetary first aid
  • Mental health and climate
  • Climate-related issues in the ED and trauma services
  • Mitigation of urban heat islands
  • The role of pollinator and other gardens in ecology and healing
  • The relationship between climate and managing the needs of complex patients
  • Initiatives to achieve environmental justice in the City of Fort Worth
  • Pollution protection plan created by THFW hospital
  • Facility and patient safety during extreme weather events
  • Urban forests and human health

 

 

Texas Health Resources Pavillion
600 E. Lamar Blvd.
2nd Floor, Classrooms F1-F4
Arlington, TX 76011
United States

Available Credit

  • 3.50 Attendance
  • 3.50 Nursing Contact Hour(s)
    In support of improving patient care, Texas Health Resources is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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Click on "Take Course" to register. Seating is limited to 140. 

If you need to unenroll, please email LeannePerry@texashealth.org