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20 Apr 2018 |
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Climate change is affecting our health: Something should be done now
This brochure presents six paintings, produced by the Italian painter Elisabetta Farina and commissioned by WHO are linked to a broader initiative named Art for Health aimed at using art work to support awareness-raising about the health consequences of climate change. It underlines the global impact making use of images of women ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Climate Change and Health: Storms and Sea Level
PSR factsheet on climate change and health – storms and sea level
20 Apr 2018 |
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Health co-benefits of climate change mitigation: housing sector
This report considers the scientific evidence regarding possible health gains and, where relevant, health risks of climate change mitigation measures in the residential housing sector.This analysis reviews and evaluates the potential health impacts of mitigation strategies and technologies for the residential building sector, with a ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Health co-benefits of climate change mitigation: transport sector
Cycling, walking and rapid transit systems are associated with a wide range of potential health benefits that climate assessment needs to consider more systematically. Health benefits may include: physical activity from walking and cycling, which can help prevent heart disease, some cancers, type 2 diabetes, and some obesity-related ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Dealing with Disasters
Every community is vulnerable to disaster, and every disaster presents a unique set of health hazards. Fortunately, it is possible to reduce disaster risk and improve the resilience of our communities. In Part 1 of this 2-part series, hear about the types of health risks associated with disasters and how disaster research helps to ...
20 Apr 2018 |
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Citizen’s Guide for Readiness for Climate Extremes in the Desert Southwest
This guide includes materials to help facilitate conversations and planning for extreme heat events within neighborhood groups and organizations. It is intended to provide citizens of Southern Arizona with a com- prehensive list of resources to help prepare for and build resilience in the face of extreme climate emergencies. It also ...