In this episode, we expose the shocking realities of environmental racism and its devastating impact on public health. Toxicologist Dr. Shannon Z. Jones joins us to discuss how pollution from industries and landfills disproportionately harms marginalized communities. From the notorious "Cancer Alley" in Louisiana to the clean water crisis in Flint, Michigan, learn how systemic issues create health disparities. Dr. Jones shares her powerful journey from growing up near a polluted paper mill to empowering students and communities to fight for environmental justice. This conversation is a crucial look at toxicology, community activism, and the fight for basic human rights.

In this episode we cover:

• What is Environmental Racism? A clear definition and its connection to institutional racism, health disparities, and social justice.
• Toxicology in Real Life: Dr. Jones shares her personal story of growing up with polluted water containing sulfur and heavy metals, and how it led to chronic illness in her family.
• Superfund Sites Explained: Learn how to use the EPA's Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) to identify the most toxic sites in the United States and investigate pollution levels in your own community.

Shannon Jones’ Links:

Instagram: @szj7484

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shannon.z.jones

Dr Carolyn's Links

www.CarolynRossMD.com

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolyn-coker-ross-md-mph-ceds-c-7b81176/

TEDxPleasantGrove talk: https://youtu.be/ljdFLCc3RtM

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