Episode 89 Becoming Wildly Resilient Conversation: Environmental Well-Being

Listen as host Sebastian Calmes, Wellness Specialist with University of Kentucky HR Health and Wellness and Professor of Preventative Medicine and Environmental Health, Dr. Erin Haynes, explore the multifaceted concept of environmental well-being, emphasizing its direct impact on human health through factors like air and noise pollution, chemical exposure, and natural disasters.

Dr. Haynes highlights the critical link between environmental stewardship and public health, advocating for personal and policy driven actions to mitigate hazards and promote sustainability.

Mentioned in this Episode:

• UK Kentucky Geological Survey Radon Maps 

• NIH Environmental Health Checklist

Key Takeaways:

• Our health is deeply connected to our environment. The quality of our air, water and living spaces directly impacts our physical and mental well-being. 

• Cultivate awareness and intentionality. Pay close attention to environmental factors and intentionally seek out positive interactions with nature to enhance your wellness. 

• Both individual choices and societal responsibility are crucial. Our consumption habits and policy decisions have significant environmental consequences requiring both personal and collective action for a healthier planet.

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