Howard Frumkin
About the Author
Howard Frumkin, MD, DrPH, is a distinguished physician, epidemiologist, and environmental health expert with over three decades of experience bridging the gap between global environmental challenges and local public health solutions. A former dean of the Yale School of Public Health and director of the National Center for Environmental Health at the CDC, Frumkin has dedicated his career to understanding how environmental factors influence human well-being, from climate change impacts to urban design and sustainability. His work emphasizes actionable strategies for policymakers, communities, and individuals to foster healthier environments. Author of the seminal textbook 'Environmental Health: From Global to Local,' Frumkin continues to advocate for evidence-based approaches to protect public health amid pressing ecological threats.
