Public Health 390AT - Toxic Fashion

What are the hidden health risks of fashion? This class will explore the toxic aspects of clothing manufacturing, dying, fabrics, accessories, cosmetics and more, focusing on toxic chemicals, microplastics, and other hidden costs. Through readings, videos, and classroom dialogs, we will consider modern practices and chemical usage within the fashion industry, historical case studies, as well as local and global examples. We will examine integrated impacts of the fashion industry on the environment, wildlife, and human health through a one-health framework.