Climate change is putting our health at risk – WUSA9.com

by | May 17, 2022 | Climate Change

The data is clear: Climate change is posing a greater threat to our health than ever before.

WASHINGTON — Sitting in his pediatrician’s office, Mickey Carlisle gets checked by Dr. Samantha Ahdoot.

“You’re so much healthier than you were. Last week, you did not feel good,” Dr. Ahdoot said.

Mickey suffers from allergies that now seem to flare up year-round.

Gail Carlisle, his grandmother and guardian, explained his symptoms. 

“It’s a nonstop cough, kind of choking sometimes and every now and again they do actually vomit,” she said.

Gail moved to Alexandria in 2002 and has also noticed a significant shift in her seasonal allergies. 

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