Climate and Health in a Global Perspective

Utbildningsfakta

Kod: VMFB39

<p>How do climate change and human health relate to each other? This online course provides an introduction to the global health impacts of climate change. You will learn about the causes of climate change, its effects on health and society, and how we need to adapt to the changing climate.</p><p>Do you want to understand how climate change affects health—and what we can do about it? This course provides a clear introduction to the connection between climate and public health, with knowledge relevant to healthcare, urban planning, environmental policy, and global development.</p><h3>You will gain insight into:</h3><ul><li>The science behind climate change: causes, measurement methods, and effects.</li><li>The health effects of climate change: how extreme weather, air pollution, and food safety affect physical and mental health.</li><li>Climate change and disease: the spread of vector- and water-borne diseases and links to heart and lung disease.</li><li>Adaptation and mitigation strategies: international initiatives and local solutions to reduce risks.<br/><br/></li></ul><p>The course gives you the tools to understand and take action—for a sustainable future where health and climate go hand in hand</p><p> </p><p> </p>

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• Climate and Health in a Global Perspective

  Lund University

  Lund

  Startdatum: 30 september 2026

  Slutdatum: 17 januari 2027

  Studietakt: 25 %