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Climate change can bring more intense wild fires, which affect air quality. Credit: U.S. Forest Service<\/em>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Global warming impacts human health, especially during summertime. Share these resources and help spread awareness.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The American Public Health Association has released a series of infographics that explain some of the public health implications of climate change<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sarah Mehdaova, North Carolina Sea Grant’s coastal public health specialist, says that two of these infographics are especially timely for the summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Air quality and extreme heat have a direct impact on our urban areas and communities, especially low-income communities,” Mehdaova says. “It’s expected more people will be affected by respiratory illnesses, cardiovascular illnesses, mental health distress, and other complications without strategic change.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Mehdaova says vulnerable populations often lack access to resources like air conditioning, cooling centers, and healthcare, exacerbating their risks. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Addressing these issues requires comprehensive policies and community-driven initiatives to ensure a healthier, more equitable future for all residents worldwide.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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More Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Information from the APHA on climate change and health<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NC Office of Recovery and Resiliency Heat Action Plan includes a new toolkit<\/a> for local governments and communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The NCDHHS\u2019s Division of Public Health has developed a Heat Health Alert System<\/a>, which sends out warnings by email when forecasts call for unhealthy temperatures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FROM THE SUMMER 2024 ISSUE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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