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Date Released: 4/13/2007 To save the Podcast, right click the "Save this file" link below and select the "Save Target As..." option. Save This File (1MB) Download this transcript (22KB)This podcast is presented by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC - safer, healthier people. Climate change is a hot topic in the news, and gets lots of attention around the world. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention cannot predict the impact of these changes on society and public health, but we are working to prepare for potential health issues that may be associated with changes in our climate. Our recent experience in responding to natural disasters gives us a sense of the complexity of events that may occur as a result of global climate change. Our work tracking the health effects of heat waves helps us understand climate-related preparedness needs. We can best address climate change through scientific public health principles. CDC has identified several priorities:
CDC is approaching the health impact of climate change with ''preparedness-thinking'', just as we do for other threats to the public''s health. Our work will strengthen the ability of federal, state, and local health workers called to respond to the adverse health effects of climate change. To access the most accurate and relevant health information that affects you, your family and your community, please visit www.cdc.gov.
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