Climate change poses global challenges as rising temperatures, recurring natural disasters, and the resulting increase in the prevalence of acute and long-term climate-related diseases threaten the health and safety of populations worldwide. The healthcare sector, one of the largest sources of ...
As climate change ramps up, costs are expected to rise:The changes to the physical environment are expected to increase the total cost of health care services and delivery borne by the economy. Air pollution and climate change already generate more than US$800 billion in health costs for the ...
Sergeant, an assistant clinical professor known for his climate advocacy and initiatives, talks about the dangers of climate change, the power of individuals and the health care sector to drive sustainable change, and his hope to save our "frail planet." Credit: McMaster University Unseasonably mil...
Overall, talking about climate change health is not just a question of slipping from the technical jargon of climate models to that of healthcare or legal systems. It is also about communicating with an increasingly engaged public on a deeply personal and politicized issue. Finding the right word...
[Photo/IC] Climate change in the coming decades could lead to an increase in cases of kidney stones that would bring huge costs to healthcare systems, according to research by scientists in the United States.美国科学家的研究显示，未来几十年内的气候变化可能导致肾结石病例增加，这将大大加重医...
Climate change: the challenge for healthcare professionals.The article presents insights on the ways by which healthcare professionals can help in communicating about climate change. It cites responsibility to reduce carbon emissions, with carbon taxes and renewable energy sources being part of the ...
Climate change is arguably the most important public health issue of the next decade. The impact of climate change should be understood in the broader context of population growth, degradation of ecosystems, inequality, food insecurity, urbanisation, slums and peak oil. Climate change is the result...
Change climate is undoubtedly the greatest environmental challenge faced by the world's population. In recent years, increasingly solid evidence has been accumulated on its predicted negative impact on society worldwide, and healthcare systems will not be exempt from these risks. As healthcare practit...
A responsive PHC system is one that can anticipate challenges and needs, and quickly change course to deliver consistent and high-quality care to people no matter where they live, allowing the health system to withstand everyday shocks and major crises. This requires that community healt...
The program provided a foundation about climate change and the impact of fossil fuel-related pollution on health; the health care system's contribution to carbon pollution; and opportunities to address these challenges. To the team's knowledge, MGH is the first academic medical center to offer in...