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Desk with Stethoscope

Medical Effects

"Climate change is the biggest global health threat of the twenty-first century."

~The Lancet

Brain Illustration

Neurologic

Increased heat and fine particulate matter have been linked with diseases like stroke and dementia

Cardiovascular

Heat waves and poor air quality increase the chances of cardiovascular morbidity and mortality

Respiratory

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, asthma, and allergies are all affected by the climate crisis

Infectious Disease

Food and water contamination as well as diseases spread by insects, such as tics and mosquitos, have increased due to the climate crisis

Rescuing a Patient

Trauma

There is a direct relationship between temperature, aggression, and crime

Doctor Examining Pregnant Woman

Pregnancy

Heat exposure is associated with preterm birth and pregnancy complications.

Mental Health

Extreme weather and subsequent displacement increase PTSD, depression, anxiety, and substance use

Heatwaves

There is a clear association between heat exposure and mortality

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