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Irwin Redlener: On the Pandemic, Harnessing Celebrity Fame, and Public Health Activism
The pediatrician and founder of Columbia’s National Center for Disaster Preparedness also talks about childcare, climate change, and what’s next for him.
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Experts Weigh In on Hurricane Ida and Deadly Flash Floods in New York City
Experts from the Columbia Climate School have provided their insights and perspectives to journalists across the country trying to make sense of Hurricane Ida.
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How Do High School Students Combat the Climate Crisis and Plan for Community Resilience After a Disaster?
Students tackled this question in a week-long virtual immersion program on community planning for resilience.
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How Can Local Communities Address the Needs of Vulnerable Populations Prior to a Disaster?
Finding solutions to longstanding problems for vulnerable communities prior to a disaster can help recovery efforts after one hits.
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Hurricane Ida: Resources for Journalists
Disaster experts around the Columbia Climate School are available to answer questions from the media about hurricane physics, the role of climate change in creating strong storms, and more.
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Wildfires Are Decimating the West and Choking the East — It’s Time for Solutions
Unlike other natural disasters, wildfires endanger the health and well-being of populations near and far.
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What it’s Like at Columbia Climate School in the Green Mountains
The immersive and exciting program took students through deep dives into climate science and live problem-solving simulations.
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Cher and National Center for Disaster Preparedness Team Up to Donate Mobile Vaccine Clinic
The bus will bring testing and vaccinations to young people and families in neighborhoods with the greatest need.
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14 Months Into the Pandemic, What Do We Miss Most?
New survey data uncover Americans’ top priorities for returning to ‘normal’ life. They could help policy makers determine how to prioritize new guidelines.
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