Kids Are Particularly Vulnerable to Extreme Weather. What Are We Doing About It?

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A growing body of research shows the hazards of climate change on children’s public health. Many countries’ climate adaptation plans don’t take that into account, experts say.

It’s not unusual for pediatricians to prescribe a healthy dose of sunshine and outdoor time to their growing patients. A wide body of research extolls the benefits of getting outside for kids—from improving motor skills to lowering obesity risk. 

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