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Climate Change in Healthcare; Who Does it Really Affect?

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Abstract

The issue of climate change is persistent, and its effects on the general population as a whole are imminent.  Climate change affects everything, from our health, to economies, and even the way we live together as a society.  The paper outlines the profound, yet intricate impacts that climate change has brought upon healthcare, highlighting the challenges faced by individuals living with these rapid environmental shifts.  It goes into detail in regards to the mental and physical health implications, the disproportionate effects on the most vulnerable communities, and the overall increasing pressure building on these healthcare industries.  Urgent and adaptive strategies are a necessity for healthcare to effectively combat climate change and its impact on the world as a whole.

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