Oncology Advocates United for Climate and Health
@OUCHIntl
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⭐ New Account! Oncologists United for Climate & Health International | Policy, Advocacy, Research, and Education | #Climate #Health #Sustainability #Resiliency
Joined February 2025
Dr. Ed Balaban and colleagues gave an important talk in AMA’s webinar on how climate change is already affecting patients—from cancer risk to mental health. Watch here: #ClimateHealth #OUCH.
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In this new letter, Dr. @joan_schiller, founder of OUCH, raises urgent concerns about worsening air quality in Wisconsin—and calls for stronger accountability from regulators. #CleanAir #ClimateHealth #PublicHealth.
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At #ASCO2025, OUCH member Dr. Thomas Kuczmarski received the Young Investigator Award for his work on how climate factors like heat and air quality may raise infection risk in leukemia patients. Learn more: #ClimateHealth #CancerCare #FredHutch #OUCH.
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Earlier this weekend, OUCH-International members gathered for breakfast during #ASCO25 — a great opportunity to reconnect and discuss global efforts at the intersection of climate and cancer care! 🌎 #ClimateHealth #GlobalOncology #OUCH
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👏 Congrats to OUCH-I Chair & Founder Dr. @joan_schiller on winning the 2025 #EAOnc Remarkable Mentor in Oncology Award, a true leader in lung cancer research & mentorship! #LungCancer #Oncology #Mentorship #OUCH
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OUCH has signed the 2025 Declaration on Climate and Health—joining a united call for urgent action to protect health from the growing climate crisis. 🌎Read the full declaration here: #ClimateHealth #OUCH #HealthEquity #ClimateAction.
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New article in CURE by OUCH Steering Committee Chair Dr. @joan_schiller warns: EPA rollbacks will increase air pollution—a known carcinogen—and lead to more lung cancer deaths. Clean air is cancer prevention. #ClimateHealth #LungCancer #OUCH.
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New @NEJM article lays out a research agenda for climate and health: focused on equity, data gaps, and real-world impact. From heat to displacement, the risks are growing — so should the response. 📖 Read: #ClimateHealth #NEJM #HealthEquity.
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Lung cancer trends: While tobacco-related deaths are declining globally, air pollution (PM2.5)-linked mortality is increasing in countries like China & India. Time for stronger air quality policies. #LungCancer #PublicHealth #AirPollution #Tobacco .
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In 2021,air pollution & tobacco caused over 1.5M lung cancer deaths globally. PM2.5 contributed 374K, and tobacco exposure led to 1.2M. Urgent action needed on health policies to address these disparities. #LungCancer #PublicHealth #AirPollution #Tobacco
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BMJ Oncology features research from OUCH members Dr. De Guzman & Dr. Schiller on how pollutants contribute to cancer incidence and outcomes. Cleaner air isn't just an environmental issue; it's a public health necessity. Read more: #CancerResearch #BMJ.
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We're expanding our impact! OUCH-International continues to advocate for oncology, climate, and health. Follow us on our new social media platforms for updates and join the movement! #ClimateHealth #Oncology #Advocacy. 🌎
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Join us tomorrow, April 1 at 12 PM ET for a webinar on sustainable cancer care! Dr. Charlotte Bekker & Dr. Andrew Hantel will discuss the ethical & environmental impact of medication use & cancer treatment. 🔗 Join: #CancerCare #SustainableHealth
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📷 Just out: From rising cancer risks due to pollution to extreme weather shutting down treatment centers, healthcare must adapt. OUCH's @EricBernicker & @joan_schiller break it down: @medpagetoday @genevievefri #ClimateHealth #Oncology #CancerCare.
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SC or IV monoclonal antibodies—Which is greener?.SC is more convenient but has slightly higher emissions due to increased dosage. A full switch in the Netherlands (2022) would add 12.2 tons CO2e—equal to driving 63,212 km. #SustainableHealthcare.
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OUCH-Intl's Affairs Committee had an engaging meeting uniting experts across disciplines and regions, planning for impact, strengthening collaboration, and sharing insights into global perspectives. We are committed to turning discussion into action as a global priority.
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Happening tomorrow at 12:00 PM ET!.
Don’t miss our webinar on Feb 27 at 12 PM ET with Dr. Mathilde Jalving & Dr. Seamus O'Reilly on @myESMO's work in climate & cancer. Learn about collaboration opportunities in the climate change & cancer space!.🔗 #ClimateChange #CancerCare #ESMO
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Don’t miss our webinar on Feb 27 at 12 PM ET with Dr. Mathilde Jalving & Dr. Seamus O'Reilly on @myESMO's work in climate & cancer. Learn about collaboration opportunities in the climate change & cancer space!.🔗 #ClimateChange #CancerCare #ESMO
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