The PBS program, Need to Know, had an important segment recently on the implications for human health from climate change. These are, unfortunately, many and various, and include disease vectors exacerbated by warming, allergies, health impacts from too much or too little water, and heat. The show looked at a number of concerns, articulated by a disease victim, an official of the Centers for Disease Control, an M.D. and author, and a research biologist, among others. The show is well worth 14 minutes of your time.
See also the new book from Paul Epstein, Changing Planet, Changing Health. The very good folks at RealClimate, for instance, give the book an enthusiastic and highly positive review.
Watch the full episode. See more Need To Know.