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ReviewThe journal of climate change and health

Impacts of a changing climate and adverse weather events on individuals with spinal cord injury: a narrative review.

Imaan Shah, Michelle McLean, Kazi Rahman

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Review in The journal of climate change and health. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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3 authors.

Imaan ShahFaculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia.
Michelle McLeanFaculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia.
Kazi RahmanFaculty of Health Sciences & Medicine, Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Our climate is changing, with heatwaves, wildfires and hurricanes posing increased risks for individuals with a disability such as spinal cord injury (SCI). Despite growing recognition of disability-related climate risk, the specific challenges for individuals with SCI have not been well-documented. Objective: This narrative review aimed to broadly explore the literature describing the impacts of a changing climate (e.g., rising temperatures, adverse weather, etc.) on individuals with SCI. Methods: A structured search was conducted across five databases (PubMed, EMBASE, Scopus, Web of Science, CINAHL) and was supplemented by citation tracking to identify additional relevant studies. Twelve articles were analyzed thematically. Results: Three themes were identified. In terms of adverse weather events, individuals with SCI are Conclusion: Individuals with SCI experience several physiological, physical and psychological challenges in the face of increasing climate-related events. Addressing these challenges will require targeted, SCI-specific and inclusive strategies in clinical practice, education, and policy development.

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AdaptationClimate changeExtreme weather eventsMobilityPreparednessSpinal cord injury

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PMID42109690
PMCPMC13157162

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