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Columbia Mailman School has a storied history of protecting the youngest and most vulnerable. The Child Health Center for Learning and Development can now tackle daunting challenges.

New research demonstrates the sweeping and hidden effects of floods—including floods unrelated to hurricanes, such as those due to heavy rain, snowmelt, or ice jams.

Clean air and climate policies aimed at reducing fossil fuel emissions and air pollution prevent large numbers of deaths and illness in adults and children.

The study underscores the need for stronger policies to protect pregnant individuals and offspring, particularly during vulnerable, early life-stage of development.