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Environmental Defense eUpdate - April 2008
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APR '08 – In This Issue
TAKE ACTION
Make Global Warming a Public Health Priority
Global warming threatens human health. But, America's health sector is not ready and won't be without federal leadership.
Urge Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt to make global warming preparation a top public health priority.
ASK DR. JOHN
Chief Health Scientist Takes Your Questions
Dr. John Balbus is the lead co-author of a landmark new study that reveals disturbing gaps in America's ability to deal with the public health threats posed by global warming.
And, submit a question about health and global warming to Dr. John by noon on Friday.
WHO'S AT RISK
Global Warming: Real Threats to Real People
No one can say for sure which of us will become victims of global warming. But three illustrations reveal realistic health threats that will become more likely in a warmer world.
Who's at risk? Read on.
HILL UPDATE
Senate Schedules Global Warming Vote
The countdown has begun—the Senate is scheduled to vote on historic global warming legislation in early June.
And, have you ever wondered what global warming action will cost?
Read our analysis (Hint: with the right policy, it's a lot less than you might think. In fact, it's more costly if we have no policy at all!).
ON THE AIR
Listen to Fred Krupp on NPR
If you're a regular NPR listener, there's a good chance you heard the voice of EDF President Fred Krupp once or twice over the last week.
Living on Earth talked with Fred about the promise of the clean energy future.
And on Marketplace, Fred responded to President Bush's global warming speech.
THE NUMBERS
900,000
Number of people displaced from 2007 wildfires in Southern California.
70,000
Number of deaths in 2003 heat wave in Europe.
GREEN TIP
Seafood Selector Goes Mobile
Unsure of which fish are healthiest for you and for the environment?
Check out our seafood selector guide. It comes in pocket size and PDA form for all uses!
ADOPT A BEAR
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Defenders of Wildlife
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