ReviewInternational journal of environmental research and public health2021
Role of Health Professionals Regarding the Impact of Climate Change on Health-An Exploratory Review.
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- The Impact of Climate Change on Health Services in Low- and Middle-Income Countries: A Systematised Review and Thematic Analysis.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2024Pooled it
- Environmental Awareness and Attitudes Toward Climate Change Among Health Professionals: An Integrative Review.Public health nursing (Boston, Mass.)Pooled it
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- Climate change and eye health: Awareness of health sciences students at a South African University.Health SA = SA Gesondheid · 2026Article
- Attitudes towards addressing environmental sustainability in patient-provider interactions: a qualitative study among Dutch physicians.BMJ open · 2025Article
- Climate Justice Strategies Implemented by Public Health Nurses and Their Community Partners.Journal of advanced nursing · 2025Article
- Discussing Human and Environmental Health Co-Benefits Related to Diet and Mobility Behaviours in the Primary Care Setting: A Qualitative Exploratory Study.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2025Article
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- Towards a greener future: nursing students' climate consciousness and green purchasing intentions.BMC nursing · 2025Article
- Impact of climate change and environmental adversities on maternal and fetal health: the role of clinical practices and providers in mitigating effects and prioritising women's health in the UK.Frontiers in global women's health · 2025Review
- A narrative exploration of how clinical psychologists deal with the climate and ecological emergency.Cogent mental health · 2025Article
- Unravelling the potential relationship between the climate crisis and the health of migrant children in LAC: perceptions from migrant parents and healthcare professionals in Chile.BMJ paediatrics open · 2024Article
- Frontline clinic perspectives on climate change, human health, and resilience: a national cross-sectional survey.BMC primary care · 2024Article
- A review of climate change and cardiovascular diseases in the Indian policy context.Health policy and planning · 2024Review
- Health science students' preparedness for climate change: a scoping review on knowledge, attitudes, and practices.BMC medical education · 2024Article
- Analysis of Primary and Secondary Metabolites, Physical Properties, Antioxidant and Antidiabetic Activities, and Chemical Composition ofACS omega · 2024Article
- Keeping Sane in a Changing Climate: Assessing Psychologists' Preparedness, Exposure to Climate-Health Impacts, Willingness to Act on Climate Change, and Barriers to Effective Action.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2024Article
- Supporting the drive for net zero by decarbonising general practice - A longitudinal study protocol.NIHR open research · 2024Article
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Abstract
Health professionals are increasingly urged to act to protect individuals and populations against the negative effects of climate and environment change on health. However, the amount of evidence supporting initiatives to that end is unknown. We explored the literature examining the awareness, preparedness, and role of healthcare professionals to inform about the impact of climate change on health on the one hand, and literature about the effectiveness of interventions mediated by health professionals aiming at reducing the environmental impact of human activities on the other hand. We included 137 articles published between 2000 and 2020, mostly in general medical and nursing journals. The typical article was a perspective, commentary, or other special article aimed at alerting readers about the impact of climate and environment change on health. We identified 22 studies, of which only two reported interventions. Despite increasing efforts of health professionals to address climate and environment change and related health risks, health literature supporting such efforts remains scarce, and studies assessing the effectiveness of interventions are lacking. We need appropriate evidence to indicate which interventions should be prioritized, considering that the association of health issues with climate and environment change could constitute an effective lever for change.
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