🌍 Climate change and social impact 🌍 Preventing a health catastrophe limiting global temperature rise to 1.5°C will prevent millions of climate change-related issues. While past emissions guarantee some degree of warming, every additional tenth of a degree poses a grave threat to lives and well-being. We cannot afford further delays. ⚠ Climate is changing at an alarming rate, with heatwaves, wildfires, floods, tropical storms, and hurricanes growing in scale, frequency, and intensity. 🔍 3.6 billion people already reside in highly climate-vulnerable areas, facing increased risks of undernutrition, malaria, diarrhoea, and heat stress. 💔 Between 2030 and 2050, climate change is projected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year, underscoring the urgent need for action to mitigate its impact on human health. 💲The direct damage costs to health, excluding impacts on sectors like agriculture and water, are estimated to reach US$ 2–4 billion annually by 2030. 💡 Emphasizing the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, making better choices in transport, food, and energy use can yield significant health benefits by mitigating air pollution and its detrimental effects. The World Health Organization (#WHO) outlines a powerful framework for action: ✅ Promoting #clean #energy and ensuring health being at the core of climate policies, will maximizing the #benefits. ✅ Building #Resilience, by making climate-resilient and support health systems in adopting cleaner #technologies while #decarbonizing existing ones. Invest in a climate-smart #health #workforce. ✅Protecting Health, by conduct #vulnerability assessments and integrate climate #risks into surveillance and response systems. Strengthen resilience in water, sanitation, and food systems. Bridge the health #adaptation funding gap. Share your thoughts in the comments below! 🩺 (Source of the picture: ) #climateaction #health #who
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📣 Hot off the press! #Climatechange poses a complex, multifaceted threat to #health and well-being everywhere, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. With a population of approximately 3.6 billion, climate-vulnerable regions face increasing and worsening weather events—devastating storm systems, floods, wildfires, and heat waves—resulting in a death rate 15x higher than in less vulnerable regions. Over a third (37 percent) of heat-related deaths, and deaths caused by #undernutrition, #pollution, #Ebola, #antimicrobialresistance (#AMR), and #diarrheal #disease, are attributed to climate change. For every 1°C rise in global temperatures, the risk of #maternalmortality and morbidity goes up by 7.7 percent. PATH applies a comprehensive, partner-oriented approach toward advancing action that mitigates the effects of climate change and builds resilient #healthsystems for a healthier, more sustainable future in three key areas: climate-informed decision-making, sustainable solutions, and resilient health systems. Read more: https://lnkd.in/grdZFuCS
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📣 Hot off the press! #Climatechange poses a complex, multifaceted threat to #health and well-being everywhere, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. With a population of approximately 3.6 billion, climate-vulnerable regions face increasing and worsening weather events—devastating storm systems, floods, wildfires, and heat waves—resulting in a death rate 15x higher than in less vulnerable regions. Over a third (37 percent) of heat-related deaths, and deaths caused by #undernutrition, #pollution, #Ebola, #antimicrobialresistance (#AMR), and #diarrheal #disease, are attributed to climate change. For every 1°C rise in global temperatures, the risk of #maternalmortality and morbidity goes up by 7.7 percent. @PATH applies a comprehensive, partner-oriented approach toward advancing action that mitigates the effects of climate change and builds resilient #healthsystems for a healthier, more sustainable future in three key areas: climate-informed decision-making, sustainable solutions, and resilient health systems. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dtkyd8CX
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The impacts of climate change on different sectors of society are interrelated. Drought can harm food production and human health. Flooding can lead to disease spread and damages to ecosystems and infrastructure. Human health issues can increase mortality, impact food availability, and limit worker productivity. Climate change impacts are seen throughout every aspect of the world we live in. However, climate change impacts are uneven across the country and the world — even within a single community, climate change impacts can differ between neighborhoods or individuals. Long-standing socioeconomic inequities can make underserved groups, who often have the highest exposure to hazards and the fewest resources to respond, more vulnerable. The projections of a climate change-impacted future are not inevitable. Many of the problems and solutions offsite link are known to us now, and ongoing research continues to provide new ones. Experts believe there is still time to avoid the most negative of outcomes by limiting warming offsite link and reducing emissions to zero as quickly as possible. Reducing our emissions of greenhouse gases will require investment in new technology and infrastructure, which will spur job growth. Additionally, lowering emissions will lessen harmful impacts to human health, saving countless lives and billions of dollars in health-related expenses. #article #nature #saveenviroment #enviroment #savetrees #savelifes
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Climate change poses a serious threat to the health of our communities. ⛈ The adverse impacts of climate change are felt both directly and indirectly, causing food, water and housing insecurities that disrupt the health and livelihoods of our people.☹ Healthcare sectors are currently struggling to cope with the increased strain brought on by the many health effects of climate change.🏥 A small step in combating climate change is being mindful of the effects our dietary choices have on our environment. By going plant-based, we are taking the necessary steps to reduce our carbon footprint and create sustainable ecosystems.🌍 👈Swipe to see some of the ways climate change impacts the health of our communities. We all have a role to play in addressing climate change. Visit the link in our bio to access the World Health Organisation's climate and health toolkit, which provides tips on effectively communicating on climate and health.🌳 Link to toolkit: https://lnkd.in/ep-jnD7C #Climatechange #Health #Change #Sustainable
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🌍 Climate Change: 10 Definite Effects in the Next 25 Years 🌍 As the #climatecrisis intensifies, it's crucial to understand its imminent #impacts. Here are 10 definite effects we can expect within the next 25 years: 1. Rising Temperatures: Global temperatures will continue to soar, leading to more frequent and intense #heatwaves, affecting agriculture, health, and infrastructure. 2. Rising Sea Levels: Coastal communities will face inundation as #sealevels rise, displacing millions worldwide, with estimates suggesting up to 300 million people displaced by 2050. 3. Impact on Agriculture: Changes in temperature and precipitation patterns will disrupt agricultural productivity, leading to food shortages and price hikes. 4. Water Scarcity: Droughts will become more common, exacerbating water scarcity issues, particularly in arid regions, affecting billions of people reliant on #agriculture. 5. Extreme Weather Events: More frequent and severe hurricanes, storms, and flooding will devastate communities, causing economic losses and human suffering. 6. Decline in Biodiversity: The loss of #habitat due to climate change will accelerate species extinction rates, disrupting ecosystems and diminishing natural resources. 7. Bee Decline: Declines in bee populations will threaten pollination services essential for agriculture, jeopardising food security and #biodiversity. 8. Impacts on Fisheries: Declining fish populations due to warming #oceans and acidification will disrupt marine ecosystems, affecting livelihoods of millions of fishermen and coastal communities. 9. Health Risks: Increased heat stress, vector-borne #diseases, and air pollution will pose significant health risks, particularly in vulnerable populations. 10. Economic Disruption: Climate-related damages and adaptation costs will strain economies, leading to job losses, migration, and social unrest. It's imperative to take decisive action now to mitigate these impacts and build resilience in the face of climate change. Let's work together to create a sustainable future for all. Gratitude 🌍 Emma Osterbery Mark Maslin Hans Lak 🚲🌍 ✌️ Anna Alex Oliver Dauert Adam Elman Kate Brandt Antoinette Vermilye (she/her) #ClimateAction #Sustainability #ClimateChangeAwareness #noplanetb #environmentaleducation
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🌍 Understanding the Real-Life Impacts of Climate Change 🌿 Beyond the headlines and projections, climate change is reshaping our world in tangible ways. Here's a glimpse into its effects on our daily lives: 🌾 Food Security: Shifting weather patterns disrupt agriculture, leading to crop failures and impacting food prices and availability. 🩺 Health Impacts: Rising temperatures fuel more frequent and intense heatwaves, posing health risks, while changing weather patterns can facilitate the spread of diseases. 💧 Water Scarcity: Reduced rainfall and melting glaciers exacerbate water scarcity in many regions, challenging access to this vital resource. 🏙️ Rising Sea Levels: Coastal cities face the imminent threat of inundation as sea levels continue to rise, potentially displacing millions. Understanding these real-life consequences is essential for driving meaningful action against climate change. Let's work together to protect our planet and safeguard future generations. #ClimateChange #FoodSecurity #HealthImpacts #WaterScarcity #RisingSeaLevels #Sustainability #ClimateAction 🌱
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How Does Global Warming Affect Our Health? ➤ Have you ever wondered how rising temperatures impact our health? As global temperatures climb, the implications for human health are profound and concerning. ➤ Here's a closer look at the intersection of climate change and disease, supported by research and expert insights. ➤ Our planet is warming at an alarming rate, and this increase in temperature is not just a call for sunscreen and beach days. It's a harbinger of health challenges. 💡 According to the World Health Organization, climate change enhances the spread of vector-borne diseases, such as malaria and dengue fever, which currently affect over 700,000 people annually and are expected to rise as temperatures increase (2). ➤ But how exactly does this happen? 💡 Warmer temperatures can expand the habitats of disease-carrying vectors like mosquitoes and ticks, allowing them to thrive in regions previously too cold for their survival (3). ➤ This means diseases once confined to tropical areas may soon become common in temperate zones. It's a shift that requires urgent attention and action. ➤ Beyond infectious diseases, higher temperatures may also exacerbate chronic conditions and increase the frequency of heat-related illnesses. 💡 The National Institutes of Health highlights that as our climate changes, so does the geographic distribution of diseases (1). → In light of these findings, it's clear that climate action is not just about protecting our environment—it's about safeguarding our health. We must act decisively to mitigate climate impacts, adapting our health systems to be more resilient against these emerging threats. → Let's commit to a healthier planet for all. → What steps can we take to protect ourselves and our communities from the health risks posed by a warming world? #ClimateChange #PublicHealth #GlobalWarming #Sustainability #HealthAwareness Sources: 1-National Institutes of Health. 2-World Health Organization. 3-Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability.
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🌍 Climate Change Alert: A Human Health Crisis🌍 By mid-century, the unseen hand of climate change is projected to claim an additional 14.5 million lives. This stark number isn't just a statistic—it's a wakeup call for urgent action. 🚨 From scorching heatwaves exacerbating chronic health conditions, to air pollution leading to respiratory and cardiovascular diseases, the impacts are far-reaching. The spread of vector-borne diseases like malaria, water and food insecurity, and the displacement of communities are all consequences that put millions at risk. 🌡️🌪️🔥 We must act now to mitigate these impacts and adapt to our changing world. This involves: - Strengthening our health systems to be resilient against climate-related stresses. - Investing in sustainable infrastructure and clean energy to reduce emissions. - Advocating for policies that protect both the planet and public health. - Raising awareness about the interconnectedness of climate change and human health. The time to change the narrative and protect future generations is now. Let's join hands in making our planet a safer, healthier home for all. 🌱✊ video credit: worldeconomicforum #ClimateChange #PublicHealth #ActNow #SustainableFuture
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