Climate Change Poses Growing Threat to Global Health
Climate change is increasingly recognized as a significant threat to human health, affecting both natural and human systems. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), climate change contributes to more frequent and severe weather events, such as heatwaves, floods, and hurricanes, which directly and indirectly impact health. Vulnerable populations, particularly in low-income countries, face the greatest risks. The WHO estimates that between 2030 and 2050, climate change could cause an additional 250,000 deaths annually due to undernutrition, malaria, diarrhea, and heat stress. Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns are also exacerbating the spread of vector-borne diseases and food insecurity. The health sector is under strain, with climate shocks undermining infrastructure and access to care. Immediate action is needed to mitigate these impacts and adapt health systems to the changing climate. 
