Author Kristina Marusic explores her book, A New War on Cancer, with The Planning Commission Podcast.

The word cancer itself often brings horrific thoughts and memories to nearly every American as the chronic disease has touched the lives of countless people. What role does planning play in the exposure of carcinogenic materials to our citizens, and more importantly, how do we stop such exposure from happening altogether? In Kristina’s new book, A New War on Cancer, she touches on the modern causes of cancer and how our built environment is often a culprit. While we as planners often get caught up in land use application or transportation issues, Kristin’a book is a great reminder of how we plan and what we approve can often have profound effects beyond the obvious. It is available through our partners at Island Press.
FULL STORY: Season 3, Episode 6: The Planning Commission Podcast with Kristina Marusic

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