White House to focus on climate change's impact on health Monday

Senior Obama administration officials will explore the effects of climate change on public health at the White House Monday afternoon.

“Climate change poses a significant threat to the health of the American people. As the climate continues to change, the risks to human health will grow, exacerbating existing health threats and creating new public health challenges,” the White House stated. “From children to the elderly, every American is vulnerable to the health impacts associated with climate change, now and in the future.”