Publications by authors named "Bonita Beatty"
Perspective: Dimensions of Environment and Health in Arctic Communities.
Environ Health (Wash)
January 2024
Article Synopsis
- - The Arctic faces a complex relationship between environment and health, highlighting the impact of long-lived contaminants in traditional foods and the negative health effects from the shift to processed diets among Indigenous communities.
- - Climate change poses significant threats, not only to traditional food availability and the emergence of diseases but also to infrastructure and housing, emphasizing the need for well-planned living spaces.
- - Indigenous communities continue to experience marginalization and disregard for their rights and practices, particularly in the context of green energy transitions, which necessitates an interdisciplinary approach for improving health and environmental outcomes in the region.