Whenever a newspaper or television station runs a news report or editorial about the connection between our health and the environment, call or write to thank them for the coverage if it is good. If they have covered the issue poorly, your comments can point out the report’s weakness and ask them to cover the issues better. Even if the media outlet does not respond immediately or publish your comments, the editors are still sent an important message that their audience cares about these issues and wants them covered responsibly.

For tips on writing letters to the editor, see Green Media Toolshed’s media training webpage.