Abstract
Climate change significantly exacerbates human health issues by increasing the frequency of extreme weather events, spreading infectious diseases, and compromising food and water security. It also contributes to mental health challenges and disrupts health systems and infrastructure, particularly affecting vulnerable populations and worsening social determinants of health. Research on the interrelationship between climate change and global health aims to understand, predict, and mitigate the health impacts of climate change. It focuses on how climate-related changes affect human well-being and seeks to strengthen public health systems to enhance resilience and ensure health equity. This understanding is essential for developing integrated policies, reinforcing health infrastructure, and fostering international cooperation to address the dual crisis of climate change and health. Vulnerable populations, particularly low-income groups, are disproportionately affected. An equity-focused approach that links health and environmental strategies is necessary to build resilience and mitigate the dual threats posed by climate change and health. Research methodologies employed in this field include quantitative methods like GIS, satellite imagery, and statistical modelling to monitor environmental impacts, alongside qualitative methods such as interviews and focus groups to understand health effects and vulnerabilities. The conclusion drawn from the research indicates that climate change represents the most significant threat to human health in the 21st century. Its impacts are profound while also undermining social determinants of health such as equality and access to healthcare. Urgent and comprehensive action is required to mitigate emissions and adapt health systems to protect vulnerable populations and enhance climate resilience.
Presenters
Benjamin AdebisiResearcher, Functional and Molecular Neurobiology, Institute of Anatomy, Cell Biology, Brain and Neurodegeneration, Osun, Nigeria
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
Human Impacts and Responsibility
KEYWORDS
Climate Change, Global Health, Population
