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THIS EPISODE features a discussion on the critical issue of air pollution and its significant impact on health.   Experts from London share insights on the pervasive problem, though the topic is highly relevant UK wide. They discuss different sources of pollution, health effects and the current climate change crisis, and the responsibility and potential for clinicians to advocate change.

This podcast is released on 15th February 2024 in memory of the life of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah and as a testament to the work of her family in bringing this important issue to the forefront of our knowledge.

Our esteemed guests:
Professor Kevin Fenton (CBE): Public Health Director for London 
Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah (CBE): Founder & Director of the Ella Roberta Foundation
Dr Jo Sauvage: GP and CMO of NCL ICB & Co-Chair of London Air Quality Programme Delivery Group.
Dr Mark Hayden:  Paediatrician, Great Ormond Street Hospital
Dr Karen Exley: Air Quality and Public Health Programme Lead, UKHSA (UK Health Security Agency)
Dr Sarah Robertson:  Principal Environmental Public Health Scientist, Environmental Hazards and Emergencies Department.  UKHSA

USEFUL LINKS: 

• Chief Medical Officer's annual report 2022:  https://bit.ly/3vfvhaQ
• All our health - elearning:  https://bit.ly/3Vi21Li
• Clean Air Hub: Global Action Plan:  https://bit.ly/3Vi21Li
• NHS England... children & Asthma:  https://bit.ly/3PqBW95
• Outdoor air quality & Health (NICE):  https://bit.ly/48XUXXl
• Pollution intro for HCWs: https://bit.ly/43jsn1v

Produced in partnership with Integrated Care Support Services: www.integratedcaresupport.com

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