TED: It's impossible to have healthy people on a sick planet | Shweta Narayan

The video discusses the impact of industrialization on air pollution, using personal childhood memories as a backdrop. It highlights the role of healthcare workers in polluted areas, emphasizing the Hippocratic Oath's relevance. The climate crisis is framed as a health crisis, affecting basic human needs and healthcare infrastructure. The healthcare sector's role in climate solutions is explored, with examples of solarization efforts. The video advocates for ethical decision-making, prioritizing the planet's health, and calls for a shift from wealth to health as a civilization metric.

What was the speaker's childhood perception of the industrial township?

• A dangerous and unsafe place

• A quiet and peaceful town

• A beautiful and modern area

• A place of severe air pollution

What additional role does Mina play in her community besides providing maternal care?

• Building infrastructure

• Advising on air pollution protection

• Teaching children

• Organizing community events

What is the main message of the Hippocratic Oath as discussed in the video?

• To do good or do no harm

• To prioritize wealth over health

• To innovate at all costs

• To focus solely on patient care

How does the speaker describe the relationship between climate change and health?

• Climate change is a significant health crisis

• Climate change is a minor health concern

• Health is unaffected by climate change

• They are unrelated issues

What paradox does the speaker highlight about the health sector's role in climate change?

• It only contributes positively

• It is unaffected by climate change

• It has no role in climate change

• It is both a victim and a contributor

What does the speaker suggest as a new metric for measuring civilization's advancement?

• Economic growth

• Military power

• Technological innovation

• Health

What principle does the speaker advocate for in all decision-making processes?

• Prioritizing speed over quality

• First do no harm

• Maximizing profits

• Ignoring environmental impacts