Title: Module 3 Assignment: Impact of Climate Change Instructions: investigate the far-reaching impact of climate change, and select one issue that is impacting global health as a result of climate change

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Introduction 

Human health has always been affected by the weather and environment to some degree. Weather extremes, such as droughts and floods, significantly impact the ecosystem that sustains life on Earth by providing shelter, food, water, and clean air. Climate change has a range of effects on human health and well-being when combined with other man-made and natural health stressors. Globally, people are feeling the impact of this on their health. Climate change is influencing global health, and this article will show how that impact extends to the human level as well. At the same time, it will update current initiatives to address the health consequences of climate change. A local plan to prepare for or manage the effect of this problem will be proposed, as well as the resources required and how the approach will influence regional and global health on the individual level.

Temperature change Related Impact on Global Health

There has been an increase in the frequency and severity of long-lasting heat waves due to climate change. Heat-related mortality is expected to rise worldwide, but particularly in the United States. By the end of the century, the yearly death toll is expected to reach tens of thousands during the summer months (WHO, 2018). It's apparent that the more fatalities caused by, the lower temperatures during the winter months will not outweigh the deaths that would be prevented. Human adaptive activities, like air conditioning equipment, may, nevertheless, be expected to negate the predicted mortality toll from very high temperatures.

Influence of extreme temperatures on Global health

Heatstroke and dehydration may occur due to prolonged exposure to very high temperatures, as can cerebrovascular, cardiovascular, and respiratory disorders. As a result, those who reside in the northern hemisphere are more likely to be affected by extreme temperatures. As a result of spending a lot of time outdoors in the hot weather, certain groups, such as the homeless, outdoor workers, and student-athletes, are more vulnerable than others. Additionally, the elderly and families with poor socioeconomic levels may not afford air conditioning equipment, increasing excessive heat exposure (Burke et al., 2018). Other groups, such as the elderly, pregnant women, and small children, are less able to control their body temperatures, making them more sensitive to heatwaves. There is a tendency to see higher temperatures in metropolitan regions than in rural places. Cities are expected to become more vulnerable to heat-related health consequences due to climate change. Air pollution and its implications on human health are also sometimes linked to heatwaves, similar to periods of stagnant air