Climate and Health

Climate and health are interconnected because changes in the climate can significantly affect health outcomes. For instance, rising temperatures can lead to heat-related illnesses, while extreme weather events, like hurricanes or floods, can cause injuries and disrupt access to healthcare. Additionally, air quality can worsen with increased pollution from climate change, leading to respiratory problems. Changes in climate also affect the spread of diseases, as warmer temperatures can expand the habitats of disease-carrying organisms, such as mosquitoes. Understanding this relationship helps us recognize the importance of addressing climate change for the sake of public health.