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David Eisenman discusses the dangers of heat waves in the U.S.

Publication: California Healthline

UCLA Expert: David Eisenman: Professor-in-Residence, Department of Community Health Sciences; Professor, David Geffen School of Medicine; Deputy Director for Community Partnerships, Center for Healthy Climate Solutions

Synopsis: Eisenman was featured by California Healthline on his future work with L.A.’s chief heat officer Marta Segura to identify climate-vulnerable communities.

UCLA News: “Neighborhoods in South Los Angeles send an additional 20 to 30 people to the emergency room on heat days compared to two additional people from wealthier neighborhoods,” said Eisenman.

Read more at California Healthline.