The Climate Change and Health in Small Island States: The Case of the Maldives MOOC course is readily available.
August 12, 2024
Climate Change and Health in Small Island States: The Case of the Maldives
Course Overview
This course explores the health impacts of climate change with a specific focus on the unique challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS). Through a blend of foundational knowledge and in-depth analysis, you will delve into the intricate issues at the intersection of climate change and the well-being of SIDS. Each week, we will explore critical questions such as:
- How does climate change affect health, and what are the ethical and policy implications?
- What health impacts should we anticipate from climate change?
- Why are the Maldives and SIDS particularly vulnerable to climate change?
- What challenges exist in adapting to climate change in the Maldives and SIDS?
- What are health co-benefits, and how do they represent opportunities?
Course Structure
The course is organized into sessions, each featuring a concise video that conveys the key messages, along with supplementary resources to deepen your understanding.
- Heat Related Morbidity and Mortality
- Climate change and respiratory diseases
- Climate Change impacts on Cardiovascular Diseases
- Climate Change Impacts on Mental Health
- Climate Change impacts on Nephrology
- Climate Change impacts on Infectious Diseases
- Climate change and dermatology
- Co Benefits
- Carbon Footprint Hospital
- The Green Practice
Collaboration and Development
This program is developed as part of an ERASMUS+ project funded by the European Commission. It is the result of a fruitful collaboration among multiple partners, including scientists from The Maldives National University, the University of Paris Cité, the University of Liège, and the University of Heidelberg. We are honored to have exceptional input from Professor Rainer Sauerborn and esteemed professors and researchers invited to the University of Paris Cité.
Join Us
We invite you to join us in exploring these crucial questions at the intersection of climate and health in SIDS. Enhance your understanding and contribute to the dialogue on climate resilience in small island nations. Access the Course on Panopto.
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Climate Change and Health in Small Island States: The Case of the Maldives
