Florida PSR and the Florida League of Conservation Voters, in honor of Earth Day and respect for our Mother, are bringing attention to the dangers of hydraulic fracturing.

An op-ed by PSR Florida's Dr. Lynn Ringenberg and Dr. Ronald Saff.

An op-ed from six physicians who are members of Physicians for Social Responsibility/Florida.

Climate change is a serious threat to human health and the environment. Yet, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection is approving permits for new biomass plants. At the same time, it is doing virtually nothing to cut down on the millions of tons of global-warming and disease-causing pollutants spewed yearly from Florida’s 12 coal-fired power plants.

PSR Tampa Bay's website has finally launched. Visit http://www.psrtampabay.org to get the latest news and events for the Tampa Bay chapter.

As crude oil gushes into the Gulf at an alarming rate, cleanup efforts are lagging behind. The ecosystems, economies, and health of the population of the Gulf Coast region are being threatened by this disaster. It is time to take a stand against our dependence on fossil fuels. Write a letter to your local representatives or to President Obama and urge them to pursue legislation that will put us on track to a cleaner energy future!

Researchers worry that the BP spill will have insidious effects on residents of the Gulf coast, many of whom are just now recovering from hurricanes Katrina and Rita. What will be the long term effects of this unprecedented spill?

Whether you're a health professional, student, or concerned citizen, PSR/Tampa Bay can provide the collective voice of advocacy for change. Our organization brings powerful solutions to policy makers, and a respected message to the public about creating a safer, healther world today and for the future.