Connecting the dots: Exploring the relationship between climate change and health
Update: 2024-09-23
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In the first episode of the Climate Change and Health podcast, we explore the intricate relationship between climate change and its impact on health in Ghana. From shifting weather patterns affecting food production to rising temperatures increasing heat-related illnesses, respiratory ailments, and expanding malaria risk, we uncover how climate change is already altering daily life. The episode also highlights the mental health toll of environmental changes, water scarcity issues, and recent research linking climate change to heart disease, anxiety, and cholera outbreaks. Join us as we connect the dots between climate change and health, emphasising the importance of adaptation and solutions for a healthier future.
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