VUSN: Planetary Health: Foundations for a Healthier World

Planetary Health explores how climate change and environmental shifts directly impact our health—from the air we breathe to the food we eat and the diseases we face. This interactive course breaks down complex issues into real-world examples, showing how extreme heat, air pollution, and ecological changes are not just environmental problems, but urgent human ones. You’ll learn how communities are responding, why global frameworks like the São Paulo Declaration matter, and what actions can lead to a healthier, more sustainable future for all.

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

1. Define the concept of Planetary Health and explain its relevance to clinical practice and public well-being.
2. Identify key environmental changes (e.g., climate change, pollution) and describe their direct and indirect impacts on human health.
3. Analyze real-world case examples that illustrate the connection between environmental factors and patient health outcomes.
4. Describe individual, clinical, and community-level strategies that promote both environmental sustainability and human health.