Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Doctor Urges Action on Climate's Impact on Neurological Health

4/5/2025

50 8

Summary

Story summary

Dr. Beth Malow from Vanderbilt University is shining a light on the healthcare sector's significant contribution to climate change through emissions. She passionately calls for urgent research into how air pollution, especially PM2.5, affects neurological health. At the 2025 American Academy of Neurology meeting, she will lead a session urging healthcare professionals to inform patients about the climate's impact on their health.

1 of 1

Story summary

Dr. Beth Malow from Vanderbilt University is shining a light on the healthcare sector's significant contribution to climate change through emissions. She passionately calls for urgent research into how air pollution, especially PM2.5, affects neurological health. At the 2025 American Academy of Neurology meeting, she will lead a session urging healthcare professionals to inform patients about the climate's impact on their health.