Health Tip: Climate Change Affects Health

(HealthDay News) -- Climate change and associated extreme weather pose significant threats to human health.

The American Lung Association mentions these examples:

  • Warmer temperatures and more droughts mean worsening air pollution from factors such as ozone, dust and wildfires.
  • Since plants produce more pollen in warmer weather, climate change can mean worsening allergies.
  • Wildfires, which are more common during drought conditions, can trigger serious problems for asthmatics, and people with heart or lung disease.

    • Date Published: 2/28/2024 4:38:34 AM

    Related Articles

    Search Allergy Articles

    Are You Ruining Your Child's Chance To Avoid Food Allergies?

    Rare Red Meat Allergy Linked To More Tick Species

    Wildfire Smoke Is Choking America's Cities -- Is Yours on the List?

    Seasonal Allergies Likely To Grow Worse Under Climate Change

    Check Your Pantry, Lay's Classic Potato Chips Recalled Due to Milk Allergy Risk

    Fast, Easy Nasal Swab Helps Diagnose Asthma Type in Kids

    Timing Might Be Everything With Asthma Inhalers

    Wildfire Smoke Is Choking America's Cities -- Is Yours on the List?

    Night Shift Associated With Asthma Risk In Women

    App Helps Asthma Patients Track Symptoms

    Americans Still Consider COVID Major Public Health Threat

    Why Vaccines Are Especially Important for Children With Asthma

    How Wildfires Might Increase Risk Of Flu, COVID-19

    Second Flu Vaccine Meeting Canceled -- What Happens Next?

    Flu and Stomach Bugs Are Spreading Fast—Are You Prepared?