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The health effects of climate change are increasingly urgent as climate-related phenomena directly impact global populations. Rising heatwaves pose significant risks, especially for vulnerable groups, leading to heat-related illnesses. Additionally, changing climate patterns facilitate the spread of infectious diseases, while worsening air quality exacerbates respiratory issues like asthma. Climate change also affects mental health, with natural disasters and displacement causing psychological distress. Understanding these interconnected health risks is essential for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies.
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From Heatwaves to Disease Outbreaks, Michael
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- 2023
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- Title
- From Heatwaves to Disease Outbreaks
- Subtitle
- Understanding the Health Effects of Climate Change
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Michael
- Publisher
- Self
- Publisher
- 2023
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 106
- ISBN13
- 9798868993190
- Category
- Health / Medicine
- Description
- The health effects of climate change are increasingly urgent as climate-related phenomena directly impact global populations. Rising heatwaves pose significant risks, especially for vulnerable groups, leading to heat-related illnesses. Additionally, changing climate patterns facilitate the spread of infectious diseases, while worsening air quality exacerbates respiratory issues like asthma. Climate change also affects mental health, with natural disasters and displacement causing psychological distress. Understanding these interconnected health risks is essential for developing effective prevention and intervention strategies.