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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Babies and young children are among the most vulnerable to our changing climate and the least able to protect themselves. Together we can act. A powerful movement is emerging. Please join us on October 21st! www.brazeltontouchpoints.org/climate-summ...

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

If you will be in NYC for Climate Week, please join us for this panel discussion on strategies to engage parents in the fight for our children's future. Hope to see you there! www.climateweeknyc.org/event-search...

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

I was honored to be among a small group of “women in climate” that Gloria Steinem hosted at her Manhattan home in February. She was warm and welcoming and shared stories of the famous people who had gathered in that room. She was a friend and mentor to so many women.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Please join us! www.brazeltontouchpoints.org/climate-summ...

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Wildfire smoke and heat contribute to many acute & chronic health problems. Thank you to Kim Nash at The Chronic Truth podcast for speaking with me about these risks & how to protect kids & adults. open.spotify.com/episode/2plx...

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Wildfire Smoke, Rising Temperatures & the Chronic Health Crisis Nobody's Connecting the Dots On

The Chronic Truth · Episode

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Tune in tomorrow for The Chronic Truth! Host Kim Nash and I discussed how exposing pregnant moms to environmental stress can increase their child’s odds of chronic illness in adulthood, practical steps the chronically ill should take in our increasingly hot world, & other topics!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I quickly learned why Teresa Homsi is an Edward R. Murrow Award recipient for her reporting in Michigan. Such a thoughtful and insightful interviewer. Thank you, Teresa! youtu.be/wFopHCOM2KQ?...

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MiCCA interview with Dr. Debra Hendrickson, pediatrician and author of The Air They Breathe

YouTube video by MiCCA

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I loved this event in Traverse City, Michigan on May 31 (my talk begins at the 9:30 minute mark)--such a great group of people! Many thanks again to Dr. Lisa DelBuono and Teresa Homsi of MiCCA. :) youtu.be/zLfwnXvg9ew?...

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Health Benefits of the Clean Energy Transition with Dr. Debra Hendrickson

YouTube video by MiCCA

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

I just returned from an amazing road trip through Michigan with Dr. Lisa DelBuono, my tour guide (and now, dear friend) on one of the most fulfilling experiences I've had since publishing my book. From the WMU Stryker School of Medicine in Kalamazoo (where we both gave keynotes at

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Michiganders, please join us next week for these presentations and panel discussions concerning the ethics of climate change impacts on health!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

I'm so grateful to the Climate Crossing podcast for this engaging conversation about the path I took from environmental science and pediatrics to climate activism and becoming an author. I really appreciate their work and hope you will check it out! open.spotify.com/episode/5gPJ...

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Pediatrician Dr. Debra Hendrickson Skillfully Weaves Stories and Data Together for Effective Climate Health Advocacy

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

It was really wonderful speaking with Melinda Hemmelgarn at Food Sleuth Radio about the intersection between environment, food, climate, and children's health. Melinda is a warm and brilliant interviewer. Please check out her fantastic podcast! foodsleuth.transistor.fm/episodes/deb...

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Food Sleuth Radio | Debra Hendrickson, MD, author of The Air They Breathe: A Pediatrician on the Frontlines of Climate Change

Did you know that it’s impossible to separate children’s health from their environment? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Debra Hend...

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

Thank you so much to Dr. Michael Koren for speaking with me on the MedEvidence podcast about climate change's health impacts on infants and children. youtu.be/6o_c3vALVMA

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How Climate Change Threatens Children’s Lungs

YouTube video by MedEvidence!

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The New York Times @nytimes.com · 31/10/2025

Forrest Smith was forced to step down last month as the sole employee at the National Park Service responsible for cleaning up abandoned oil and gas wells at national parks across the U.S. He wasn't replaced. Now, the wells are at risk of spewing planet-warming gases and contaminating groundwater.

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The Only National Parks Employee Who Tracks Leaky Oil Wells Is Out of a Job

Forrest Smith was forced to step down last month as the National Park Service’s chief petroleum engineer. He wasn’t replaced.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

It was such an honor to be recognized last week by the place that changed the direction of my life. Thank you to university president and former Nevada governor Brian Sandoval for presenting me with 2025’s Distinguished Alumna award from the Univ of Nevada School of Medicine.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

Having a great time in Denver at the AAP NCE! It was wonderful to see @lisapatel.bsky.social in person yesterday!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Zahra is doing amazing work, please read her latest:

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Do you know what the latest research shows about fossil fuel emissions and autism? Or childhood asthma? Join us during Climate Week NYC to learn how recent environmental rollbacks endanger the developing lungs and brains of babies & children—and why those organs depend on clean air to form properly.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

This Friday in Las Vegas—one of the fastest-warming and hottest cities in the country.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 09/09/2025

I am looking forward to this conversation in Las Vegas on Friday at 9 a.m. PT. Please join us!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

It was wonderful to meet Dr. Mollie Grow and her colleagues at Seattle Children’s Hospital this week, where I gave Grand Rounds on the latest research on wildfire smoke and children’s health. Thank you to Dr. Grow, Dr. Elliott Weiss, and the entire Climate Care Committee at UW Pediatrics!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 17/08/2025

This talk has been rescheduled for August 20, looking forward to it!

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 06/08/2025

Thank you to KFYR in Bismarck, ND! Parents, please submit comments to the EPA to uphold the Endangerment Ruling and stand up for our kids’ future. www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/0...

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EPA Regulations - 8/5/2025

A KFYR+ exclusive

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 04/08/2025

Please join me on Aug 13! I’ll be focusing especially on what the latest research tells us about the short- and long-term risks of wildfire smoke to children.

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Lecture Series on Climate and Health - St. Luke's

Join us as we explore connections between climate change and health in Idaho.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 01/07/2025

The paperback of my book is out today! A new Afterword addresses the recent assault on climate action—and our children’s future—by the Trump administration, arguing that nihilism cannot defeat the love of millions of parents.

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The Air They Breathe

A timely, revelatory first look into the impact climate change has on children—the greatest moral crisis humanity faces today—by a pediatrician in ...

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David Ho @davidho.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

It’s weird that the GOP wants China to dominate the future of energy.

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G.O.P. Bill Adds Surprise Tax That Could Cripple Wind and Solar Power

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Peter Gleick @petergleick.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

The two greatest public health advances in human history are regulations/ technologies to protect the safety of #water and #food, and the discovery and roll out of #vaccines. It boggles the mind that Trump, RFK Jr. and the GOP want to eliminate them. If successful, a lot of people are going to die.

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Alan Halaly🏜️🌼🚰 🎰 @alanhalaly.bsky.social · 19/05/2025

In the state with the nation’s two fastest-warming cities, most believe in climate change and think officials should do something, polling from @yaleclimatecomm.bsky.social found. Story @reviewjournal.com, with input from UNR and @debrahendrickson.bsky.social: www.reviewjournal.com/news/politic...

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‘You are not alone’: Most Nevadans worry about climate change, poll shows

Las Vegas and Reno are the nation’s two fastest-warming cities because of climate change, and that has most Nevada residents worried.

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For Our Kids: Ottawa-Gatineau @forourkidsog.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Thanks to the Parents' Climate Community, @climatefamsnyc.bsky.social, @forourkidscanada.bsky.social and others for hosting @debrahendrickson.bsky.social!

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For Our Kids: Ottawa-Gatineau @forourkidsog.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

🌎 👩🏼‍⚕️ May 13 Online Event about the intersections between children's health and climate change. Our children are already facing the tangible impacts of climate change. 🩻 This event will give you the knowledge and motivation for more action. ✳️ www.forourkids.ca/theairtheybr...

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Your Child's Health and CLIMATE CHANGE

A Discussion with Dr. Debra Hendrickson, pediatrician and author of The Air They Breathe

TUESDAY, MAY 13

1 PM EST/12 PM CST / 11 AM MST/ 10 AM PST

Register Here

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 28/03/2025

The wonderful folks at Our Kids’ Climate have produced this great video explaining how air pollution from dirty fuels like oil, coal, and gas is hurting children right now, every day—and why a switch to clean energy is vital for their health and future. Please watch & share!

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Brian Drummond, MD @bsdrum.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

#wildfires may happen in the west but spread everywhere. One of the more visible, tangible & smellable portions of #cliamtechange Children are some of the most vulnerable and bear the burden of disease. Great talk by @debrahendrickson.bsky.social #cliimatehealth #pediatrics @azhpca.bsky.social

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Wildfire Smoke and Children's Health

YouTube video by AZ Health Professionals for Climate Action

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The Medical Society Consortium on Climate and Health @docsforclimate.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The EPA’s proposed rollbacks threaten children's health. Pediatricians @lisapatel.bsky.social & @debrahendrickson.bsky.social break down what’s at stake & what we can do. "If you have anything you can give to this effort to fight back, I would say do it now because your kids' future depends on it."

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Doctors sound alarm over proposed move by government agency that could pose grave danger to American families: 'It could cost lives'

Doctors are raising the alarm about the EPA's proposed regulatory rollbacks, calling them baffling and warning they will cost lives.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

Thank you to Anna Robertson of The Cool Down for covering what @lisapatel.bsky.social and I had to say about the threat EPA’s recent deregulatory moves pose to children—and why we all need to speak up and push back.

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Jeff Goodell @jeffgoodell.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

The single most important laboratory in climate science, the tool that is telling us the story of our time, is now in the MAGA crosshairs. Not surprising. But sad, stupid, and tragic in the saddest and stupidest and most tragic way.

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ex-Lethality Jane @lethalityjane.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

The measles outbreak in Texas is reminding me of the public letter Roald Dahl wrote about losing his daughter to measles in 1962, just before the vaccine was publicly available.

Excerpt from a public letter Roald Dahl wrote encouraging people to vaccinate their children.

Olivia, my eldest daughter, caught measles when she was seven years old. As the illness took its usual course I can remember reading to her often in bed and not feeling particularly alarmed about it. Then one morning, when she was well on the road to recovery, I was sitting on her bed showing her how to fashion little animals out of coloured pipe-cleaners, and when it came to her turn to make one herself, I noticed that her fingers and her mind were not working together and she couldn’t do anything.

“Are you feeling all right?” I asked her.

“I feel all sleepy,” she said.

In an hour, she was unconscious. In twelve hours she was dead.

The measles had turned into a terrible thing called measles encephalitis and there was nothing the doctors could do to save her. That was twenty-four years ago in 1962, but even now, if a child with measles happens to develop the same deadly reaction from measles as Olivia did, there would still be nothing the doctors could do to help her.

On the other hand, there is today something that parents can do to make sure that this sort of tragedy does not happen to a child of theirs. They can insist that their child is immunized against measles. I was unable to do that for Olivia in 1962 because in those days a reliable measles vaccine had not been discovered. Today a good and safe vaccine is available to every family and all you have to do is to ask your doctor to administer it.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

This (and how a child’s health is inextricably linked to the Earth’s) is the major theme of my book.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

If Trump & RFK Jr want to know why autism rates are rising, they might look at their friends in the petrochemical industry. The evidence that air pollution causes neurodevelopmental problems is strong & growing, and micro- & nanoplastics (also “gifts” of the industry) are being implicated as well.

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Trump says ‘something really wrong’ with autism rates ahead RFK Jr. vote

President Trump shared figures inflating the spike in autism in a post Tuesday morning promoting his pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services, highlighting a key data point in Rober…

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Moms Clean Air Force @momscleanairforce.org · 09/02/2025

Talking about climate change is one of the most powerful actions we can take to protect the people and places we love. Help me keep the conversation going by sharing this film. #ScienceMoms @ScienceMoms Learn more at sciencemoms.com

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 10/02/2025

I had a wonderful time lecturing and meeting with students at Brown University last week! It was uplifting to speak with so many thoughtful and engaged young people who are passionate about creating a better world.

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Debra Hendrickson, M.D. @debrahendrickson.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

To friends and followers in the Tucson area, I will be at Barnes & Noble this afternoon (competing with the Super Bowl—no problem)! stores.barnesandnoble.com/event/978006...

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Join us for an in-store event, Debra Hendrickson, M.D., on Sunday, February 09, 2025.

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Moms Clean Air Force @momscleanairforce.org · 08/02/2025

We can think of more important things... Like actually dealing with plastic pollution and #microplastics 😡

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