Patient Care: Climate Change

• 2021

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This webpage looks at how climate change affects children's health and what can be done to help. It describes the risks children face, like asthma, allergies, and heat-related illnesses. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) offers resources for families and doctors to learn more about these issues. It also highlights actions people can take, such as using clean energy and promoting active transportation like walking or biking. The AAP encourages advocacy for policies that protect children's health from climate change impacts while supporting community efforts to create healthier environments.

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Hazard: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Response; Recovery; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Air Pollution; Environmental Health; Pediatrics; Global Warming; Policy; Climate Change

Institutions: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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