Urban Trees are a Matter of Life and Death, Geoffrey Donovan, Ash and Elm Consulting
This presentation will discuss three studies linking urban trees with human health. 1. Women who have more trees around their home are less likely to have underweight or premature babies. 2. The spread of the emerald ash borer does more than cause environmental harm. In addition, counties infested with emerald ash borer have higher rates of cardiovascular and lower respiratory mortality. 3, Neighborhoods that have more tree planting also have lower rates of cardiovascular mortality. Taken together, these studies show that urban trees can have a profound effect on our health.
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The 2025 Forest Stewardship Webinar Series features a series of four presentations from Forestry Experts each Wednesday at 2:00 pm Central on July 9, 16, 23, and 30. You can choose to sign up for any or all of them! Virtual sessions are 1-hour in length, open to the public, and free to attend. ISA Certified Arborist Continuing Education credits have been applied for.