Tell your NM Legislators: Protect Public Health in New Mexico
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Climate change is increasingly harming the health of New Mexicans, and the rate of its associated extreme weather events, such as extreme heat, drought, and flooding – along with wildfires and air pollution – is quickly accelerating. These hazards impact our health in many ways, including increased rates of heat stress, insect-borne diseases, lung and heart disease, and allergies.
By creating and funding a Public Health and Climate Resiliency Program at the Department of Health, the state can proactively protect New Mexicans from the harmful health impacts of climate change while working toward a healthier and more resilient future.
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