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Protecting health in a changing climate

DEOHS researchers partner with communities to save lives from extreme heat and climate-related disasters

| Kate Stringer

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A house damaged by Hurricane Irma sits on its side after sliding down a cliff.

US health threatened by climate change

Global report co-authored by DEOHS faculty says the health sector can lead the response to climate change

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A group of UW students in orange vests stands by a wall looking into a construction area.

A new home for population health

Some DEOHS faculty, staff will move to new Population Health building in 2020, joining a new UW hub for public health

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A group of people stand on a street wearing air masks and taking video on their cellphones.

Clearing the air

Public health experts and climate researchers convene to address communication challenges related to wildfire smoke

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Two firefighters at the scene of a grass fire.

Building back better

DEOHS researcher explores new strategies to help communities come back healthier and more resilient after a disaster

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A woman looks through VR goggles.

Real-life experience, without the risk

Virtual reality simulation developed by the University of Idaho and DEOHS aims to protect workers from on-the-job hazards

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DEOHS students recently toured Boeing's Everett facility. Photo: courtesy of Boeing.

Co-piloting a program to launch careers

Boeing and DEOHS partner to bolster academic programs, student opportunities and workforce talent

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