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Relevant Basic Sciences Material: Introduction to toxicology, microcytic anemia
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PCR Learning Objectives
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1. Explore the role of our healthcare system in mediating environmental health issues.
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2. Explore the responsibilities a physician has in addressing health concerns with environmental underpinnings.
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3. Examine which populations of people are more vulnerable to environmental exposures.
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PCR Readings/Resources
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1. “Everything Water Touches,” (Video, https://vimeo.com/158843832)
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2. “Flint’s Fight for American Children,” (Video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJQvNbYeSws)
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3. “DAPL and American Indian as ‘Protector’,” (Article, https://medium.com/hindsights/https-medium-com-hindsights-in-hindsight-american-indian-as-protector-8f11a325dab7).
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PCR Discussion Questions
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1. What are the Structural/Social Determinants of Health that might lead to lead poisoning?
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2. What are some long-term social impacts that lead poisoning can have on communities and families?
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3. What is the role of a physician in responding to acute lead poisoning?
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4. Who is most vulnerable to environmental exposures, both nationally and internationally?
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