Training course for public health professionals on protecting our health from climate change
Module 3: Extreme Weather and Health
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Session 7: Thermal extremes
Scope: Key concepts; How to identify thermal extremes; Who is vulnerable during thermal extremes; Methods for assessing the health risk and impacts of thermal extremes; Current health impact of thermal extremes; Potential impact of climate change; Potential for adaptation to minimize future health risks and impacts.
Authors: David Mills, Stratus Consulting Inc.
Duration: 1 hour
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2007 IPCC reports: The Physical Science Basis, FAQ 10.1 page 122.
Section 8: Extreme weather events
Scope: Categories of extreme weather events considered; How extreme weather events threaten public health; Nature of public health impacts with extreme weather events; Current health risks and impacts from extreme weather events in South East Asia; Future risks and potential health impacts.
Authors: David Mills, Stratus Consulting Inc.
Duration: 1 hour
Download this session and background materials:
2007 IPCC reports: The Physical Science Basis, FAQ 3.3 page 107 and FAQ 9.1 page 119.