On the Front Lines of Climate Health Effects in North Carolina

N C Med J. 2018 Sep-Oct;79(5):318-323. doi: 10.18043/ncm.79.5.318.

Abstract

Populations across the United States are vulnerable to- and experiencing health effects from-climate change, and North Carolina is no exception. Health professionals are vital when it comes to identifying and treating such impacts, as well as serving as trusted authorities in educating and protecting communities against climate health threats.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural
  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Climate Change*
  • Environmental Health*
  • Hot Temperature
  • Humans
  • North Carolina
  • Wildfires