Health and Climate Change

Health and Climate Change represent an intertwined nexus where environmental shifts significantly impact public health. As the planet faces escalating climate challenges, the repercussions on human health become increasingly apparent. Rising temperatures, extreme weather events, and altered ecosystems contribute to the spread of infectious diseases, respiratory ailments, and malnutrition. Additionally, climate change amplifies existing health disparities, disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations. Mitigating these impacts involves interdisciplinary collaboration between environmental scientists, healthcare professionals, and policymakers. Initiatives promoting sustainable practices, resilience, and adaptation strategies are pivotal in safeguarding global health amidst a changing climate. Rising global temperatures result in more frequent and intense heatwaves. This can lead to heat-related illnesses, such as heatstroke and dehydration, particularly affecting vulnerable populations like the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions. Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns influence the distribution of disease-carrying vectors, such as mosquitoes and ticks. This can expand the geographic range of diseases like malaria, dengue fever, and Lyme disease, impacting public health.