Ep 16 Thinking to Address Environment and Health (w/ Jessica Castner)

In the Nurses for Healthy Environments Podcast, host Beth Schenk creates a space where the critical connection between healthcare and our planet is explored through the voices of those on the front lines. As a registered nurse and environmental health champion, Beth guides conversations with nurses from diverse settings across the country. These are practitioners who see the direct impact of environmental factors on patient health and are actively designing solutions. Each episode delves into the tangible work being done, from reducing waste in clinical settings to advocating for cleaner air in communities, demonstrating how the nursing profession is uniquely positioned to lead on these issues. Listening to this podcast offers a realistic and hopeful look at how healthcare can evolve. You’ll hear specific stories of change, the challenges faced in implementing sustainable practices, and the practical wisdom gained from experience. It’s a resource for anyone in healthcare, or simply interested in it, who believes that fostering human health is inseparable from caring for our environment. The discussions are grounded, insightful, and ultimately focused on actionable steps, big and small, that contribute to a healthier world for all.