VUSN: Nutrition for Successful Aging: Optimizing Healthspan

As the climate crisis accelerates, clinicians are uniquely positioned to address its health impacts at every level—from the exam room to health systems. This course equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools to recognize environmental drivers of illness, apply Planetary Health principles in clinical care, and promote sustainable, equitable practices that benefit both patients and the planet. Through practical strategies, real-world examples, and a focus on advocacy, learners will gain a clear understanding of how to take meaningful action in a changing world.

Upon completion of this online activity, the participant should be able to:

1. Explain how aging affects nutritional needs and identify key dietary patterns that support health and longevity in older adults.
2. Analyse the impact of climate change and food systems on nutrition and health outcomes among aging populations.
3. Apply Planetary Health principles to develop strategies that promote equitable, sustainable nutrition for older adults at individual and community levels.