THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HUMAN HEALTH

Najmuddeen Alhassan

Abstract


This paper attempted to discuss the impact of climate change on human health. General effects such as variability in
occurrence of numerous illnesses are linked to seasonal trends in temperatures, among others are discussed. Direct impact such as breakout and spread of cerebrospinal meningitis and others are highlighte d. The occurrence and spread of food and water-borne diseases as a result of climate change on human health include the spread of vector born diseases through its influence on the behaviours, and geographical distribution of vectors of parasitic diseases. It also affects the emergence and re-emergence of vector-borne diseases as the life cycle dynamics of vectors and parasites are altered. Recommendations such as primary health care structures should be strengthened through employment of qualified staff to be responsive to emergences associated with climate change, among others are proffered.


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