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The following conclusions can be drawn about the potential effects of this climate change on the health of New Zealanders. Climate trends in recent decades may already be affecting our health. The direct impacts of changes in climate extremes are likely to be relatively small.
Nov 15, 2023 · Here we summarize and evaluate the current state of climate change adaptation policy, from a health perspective, for Aotearoa New Zealand, based on government sources. Legislation relating to both environmental management and health are currently subject to major reforms.
This update outlines the current research evidence for a number of potential human health impacts of climate change for New Zealand [10, 15, 18-20]. The adaptability and resilience of health and welfare systems are important factors in minimising the efects of climate change on human health [21].
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Climate Change Impacts and Implications for New Zealand to 2100 A systematic review of recent research Implications for policy and management, and tools to support adaptation decision making in New Zealand Laura McKim. Prepared for the New Zealand Climate Change Research Institute, Victoria University of Wellington.
The health of many New Zealanders will be affected by a changing climate. Hotter temperatures and heatwaves may bring health issues for vulnerable groups, particularly the elderly and babies, as well as outdoor workers.
This report provided an evidence summary of how climate change will affect the health of New Zealanders. The impacts identified are: direct health impacts of climate change (increased flooding, fires and infrastructure damage, displacement and extreme temperatures)
Oct 19, 2023 · In Aotearoa, Māori are particularly vulnerable to climate-induced disease impacts due to closer relationships with the natural environment, existing disparities of health burdens and access to care, socioeconomic deprivation and other complicating factors (Jones 2019; Johnson et al. 2021 ).
