Environmental Impact - Medika Life

Environmental concerns play a major role in the lives of our older adults, and pollution can shorten lifespans, decrease independence, and affect overall health.

Your Pet Can’t Put On Sunscreen, But They Need It, Anyway

Pat Farrell PhD - May 25, 2026

You’ve watched your dog flip over in the backyard to soak up the afternoon sun. You’ve seen your cat press itself against the sunniest...

Kids Are Affected by Climate Change in Ways We Rarely Consider

Pat Farrell PhD - August 15, 2022

Climate change isn't solely a matter of warming air and seas, it affects kids both mentally and physically.

Environmental Innovation in Israel: A Laboratory for Climate and Sustainability Solutions

Gil Bashe, Medika Life Editor - July 6, 2023

A world facing climate change that threatens human health and long-term existence needs proven models that point the way to achieving a sustainable future. Israel, poised to join the inner circle of climate leaders, is a success story and a model for others to follow.

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