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Better health outcomes for #vectorbone #nutritional #diarrhoeal diseases can be achieved when we are more sensitised and deliberate in implementing climate change mitigation strategies #africaclimatesummit23 #acs23 https://lnkd.in/dM8U_Yqc

Fossil fuels contribute to climate change and petrochemicals, increasing both maternal and child disease. Reducing fossil fuels can reap a double benefit for climate change and improved health. Read this Editorial from our #GlobalWarming special issue now: https://ow.ly/yMHK50PEyqT

According to a new report by the World Economic Forum, by 2050, climate change is expected to cause an additional 14.5 million deaths and $12.5 trillion in economic losses worldwide. The report also points out that healthcare systems will face an additional $1.1 trillion burden due to climate-induced impacts. Floods, droughts, and heat waves are identified as leading causes of climate-related mortality and economic losses. The report also forecasts the rise and spread of climate-sensitive diseases like malaria and dengue. Learn more about this pressing issue in the World Economic Forum report: https://ow.ly/zJHq50RiNv3

Climate change and diabetes are two important global problems that only at first glance seem to have nothing to do with each other. The impact of the climate crisis can influence the treatment and prevalence of diabetes. What used to be called the "summer of the century" or the "flood of the century" is now occurring with increasing frequency. Extreme temperatures but also extreme weather events have an impact on glucose metabolism. Studies show that one degree increase in temperature leads to 100,000 new cases of diabetes. Heat waves can increase hospital admissions of diabetic patients due to impaired glucose tolerance. Anthropogenic activities worsen air quality, increase particulate matter and ozone levels, all of which can also cause cellular damage. In the escalating climate crisis, we are experiencing devastating forest fires, which can directly increase the incidence of diabetes. Particulate matter (PM 2.5) and other pollutants in the air can trigger systemic inflammation in the body. - Further information in the climate tip (Klimatipp) in the Bavarian Medical Gazette from October 2023 #diabetes #climatecrisis #heatwaves #airpollution

CLIMATE CHANGE AND DISEASES Climate change is recognized as the greatest threat to human health of the 21st century, according to the World Health Organization (WHO, 2021). Vector-borne diseases occur when organisms such as mosquitoes transmit bacteria, viruses and parasites to humans. Climate change has already increased the geographical area in which vectors can find optimum conditions to thrive, and this is only set to grow, bringing diseases to regions and countries for the first time. Changes in temperature are also associated with an increase in food-borne diseases, as warmer weather leads to bacteria, such as salmonella, multiplying more quickly, heightening the contamination risk from farm to fork for workers and consumers.

This JAMA Insights in the Climate Change and Health series defines thunderstorm asthma, describes its effects and increased rate of occurrence, and highlights recommendations for improved response during future events. https://ja.ma/3uZHxML

3.6 billion people worldwide are vulnerable to climate change, according to the World Health Organization. This number will keep increasing as climate change worsens. Between 2030 and 2050, climate change will cause 250,000 deaths from undernutrition, malaria, diarrhea, and heat stress alone. This statistic shows us the need for global action to stop climate change's impacts from reaching more people. The present-day effects will compound, affecting even more people in the future. The health and climate risks are disproportionately in populations with low income and regions in the Global South. These groups lack much-needed necessities, including clean water and medical supplies, needed to combat the health risks brought on by climate change. They become trapped in a climate cycle as they become even more vulnerable to climate risks, continuing the problem. #climatechange #climateaction #climateeducation #impact #kidsfightclimatechange

How can individuals, communities, and governments collaborate to mitigate the health impacts of climate change and address the intensification of non-communicable diseases? Share your insights on collective actions for a sustainable and healthier future. #ClimateHealth #SharedResponsibility

Exploring the Impact of Climate Change on Human Health Learn similar important concept at our Free webinar, register here: https://lnkd.in/gzUDg7WH - Rising Heat-related Deaths:   - The Lancet Planetary Health study (2021) estimates 305,000 additional heat-related deaths globally in 2019 due to climate change.   - Projected increase in heat-related fatalities in the future. - Toll of Extreme Weather Events:   - More frequent and intense heatwaves, floods, droughts, and wildfires.   - Displacement of communities, disruption of food security, injuries, deaths, and mental health problems.   - WHO reports nearly 2 million deaths and 123 million displacements from extreme weather events (2000-2019). - Worsening Respiratory Illnesses:   - Air pollution exacerbated by wildfires, dust storms, and rising temperatures.   - Major contributor to diseases like asthma, COPD, and lung cancer.   - WHO estimates 4.2 million global deaths from air pollution in 2016. - Spread of Vector-borne Diseases:   - Rising temperatures expanding the range of disease-carrying insects.   - Increased risk of malaria, dengue fever, Zika virus, and other infectious diseases.   - WHO warns of 250,000 additional deaths annually from malaria, dengue fever, and diarrhoea by 2050 due to climate change. Follow and like our page - https://lnkd.in/gmFmpc2T for more such interesting ESG reads. Reference: https://lnkd.in/gmCB6gC Reference: https://lnkd.in/gtqGPXmk #ClimateCrisis #HealthCrisis #ClimateHealth #ProtectOurHealth #ActOnClimate #ClimateActionNow #NoMoreExcuses #PublicHealthEmergency #TimeToChange #Sustainability #CorporateSocialResponsibility #HealthAndWellness #SustainableBusiness #ImpactInvesting #GlobalHealth #ClimateJustice

🌍 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