Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Today's education demands that every health professional is properly educated about the mechanisms by which climate change places our existence and well-being at risk. Public health professionals must be especially knowledgeable about the health dangers of climate change, who is most vulnerable and how they are vulnerable.
Climate Change and Population Health begins by explaining the science of climate change looking back historically, reviewing current measurement techniques and results, and taking into consideration greenhouse gases and their origins. It then looks at the health impact as well as who is most effected by climate change. Finally, it guides students in positively and effectively communicating about climate change as a means to guide people in protecting themselves and garnering support for necessary policies for adaptation and mitigation.
Synopsis
Climate change is a global issue that threatens both our existence and well-being. Understanding the nature of the existing and approaching environmental challenges associated with climate change and their impact on our health is important for today's public health leaders, doctors, nurses, pharmacists and administrators. As frontline health professionals, they need to help shape the response so that individuals and their communities are prepared for and protected from the menacing effects of climate change and can respond effectively when anticipated events do occur. Climate Change and Population Health: A Primer begins by explaining the science behind climate change before focusing in on seven noteworthy health impacts of global warming and who is at the greatest risk. It then guides the reader on how to effectively communicate about climate change as a means of helping people to protect themselves. Finally, it discusses possible policy solutions that may be effective in helping mitigate health issues caused by climate change. Contents include: 1 - The Science Behind Climate Change 2 - Climate Change is Harming Our Health 3 - How to Communicate about Health and Climate Change 4 - Climate and Health Policy
Synopsis
Climate Change and Population Health: A Primer begins by explaining the science behind climate change before focusing in on seven noteworthy health impacts of global warming and who is at the greatest risk. It then guides the reader on how to effectively communicate about climate change as a means of helping people to protect themselves. Finally, it discusses possible policy solutions that may be effective in helping mitigate health issues caused by climate chan