The 2021 Texas Power Crisis: distribution, duration, and disparities.

Nina M FloresHeather McBrienVivian DoMathew V KiangJeffrey SchlegelmilchJoan A Casey

Published in: Journal of exposure science & environmental epidemiology (2022)

Power outages can be deadly, and medically vulnerable, socioeconomically vulnerable, and marginalized groups may be disproportionately impacted or less prepared. Climate and energy policy must equitably address power outages, future grid improvements, and disaster preparedness and management.

Keyphrases

public health
healthcare
climate change
mental health
health insurance