“Planetary health: is human health at risk in the Anthropocene?” with Sir Andrew Haines

When:
March 8, 2018 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
2018-03-08T17:00:00+00:00
2018-03-08T18:00:00+00:00
Where:
Oxford Martin School
3BD
Old Indian Institute Building, 34 Broad St, Oxford OX1 3BD
UK
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Oxford Martin School
01865216593

Human health is better now than at any time in history. Thanks to advancements in technology, industry, agriculture and public health, we are living longer and more prosperous lives than ever before. But since the start of the Anthropocene period – the geological epoch marked by humankind’s impact on the planet – unprecedented environmental challenges, such as climate change and biodiversity loss, are threatening our health and the health of our planet. Are we at risk of losing the significant gains we have made in planetary health over the years?

Part of the Hilary Term Lecture Series “Health:fresh perspectives”

For further information and registration: https://www.oxfordmartin.ox.ac.uk/event/2526