Health for everyone, everywhere.

The following Climate Communities Network (CCN) Action Plans propose a solution to a priority climate and health issue in the community that needs to be addressed (e.g., disaster preparedness and resiliency, climate and health education for youth, etc.). The Actions Plans are time-bound projects that each CCN Member will work to advance during their time […]

Exposure to wildfire smoke is linked to a range of respiratory conditions, reduced lung function, heart failure, heart attack, stroke, and premature death.

In general, communicating about the health consequences of climate change is effective in increasing people’s engagement and willingness to take action on this issue.

Air pollution is linked to asthma, respiratory and heart disease, certain cancers, adverse birth outcomes, cognitive impairments, and premature death.

Extreme heat can be fatal, especially for outdoor workers, children, older adults, people with chronic conditions, people with mental health disorders, and people without access to air conditioning. Heat exposure also contributes to adverse birth outcomes and exacerbates many chronic conditions.

NAMBlog – For Breadcrumbs Extreme Weather as a Climate Health Hazard This summary is part of the NAM’s “Communicating About Climate Change and Health” project. The project aims to support health providers and other communicators in sharing actionable information with patients and the public. Project Homepage Health Impacts of Extreme Weather Extreme weather events, often referred to as “natural disasters,” […]