Geospatial techniques for monitoring and mitigating climate change and its effects on human health

Boulos, Maged N. Kamel; Wilson, John P.

doi:10.1186/s12942-023-00324-9

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“…Such approaches will also require careful consideration regarding the design and interpretation of disaggregate findings; for example, use of strength‐based approaches (Thurber et al., 2020). Further, GIS can be useful in mapping and studying spatial patterns of exposures and vulnerabilities to climate change and linking various datasets to consolidate our understanding of these relationships in geographical space (Kamel Boulos & Wilson, 2023; Luber & McGeehin, 2008). GIS can also be useful in conceptualising and measuring climate change related environmental exposures (Sadler & Larsen, 2022).…”

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Climate change and mental health and wellbeing: Reflections from a health geography lens

Martin

2024

Geography Compass

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There is a growing recognition of the importance of research into the effects of climate change on mental health and wellbeing. This paper provides an overview of the pathways through which climate change can affect mental health and wellbeing, highlighting the valuable contribution that health geography can make in this field of study. Given expertise in spatial processes, human‐environment interactions, and diverse research methods, health geographers are well‐equipped to enhance our understanding of the connection between climate change and mental health and wellbeing. The paper proposes two key areas of future focus: (1) exploring the reciprocal relationships between mental health and place, and (2) integrating knowledge from health geography and environmental sustainability. Health geography can play a critical role in developing knowledge to support mitigation strategies and promote mental health and wellbeing in the face of climate change.

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Climate change and mental health and wellbeing: Reflections from a health geography lens

Martin

2024

Geography Compass

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“…Since not all flood events in endemic regions lead to an outbreak [ 21 ], there is a need to study the extent of the influence of flood characteristics in inducing leptospirosis infections by comparing multiple flood events. The impact of climatic changes on human health can be more accurately assessed using geospatial tools and techniques [ 22 ]. The analysis of the dynamics between flood exposure and leptospirosis infection can be used to further understand the transmission pattern of infection during floods.…”

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Analysing the outbreaks of leptospirosis after floods in Kerala, India

Ifejube,

Kuriakose,

Anish

et al. 2024

Int J Health Geogr

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A growing number of studies have linked the incidence of leptospirosis with the occurrence of flood events. Nevertheless, the interaction between flood and leptospirosis has not been extensively studied to understand the influence of flood attributes in inducing new cases. This study reviews leptospirosis cases in relation to multiple flood occurrences in Kerala, India. Leptospirosis data were obtained for three years: 2017 (non-flood year) and two years with flooding—2018 (heavy flooding) and 2019 (moderate flooding). We considered the severity of flood events using the discharge, duration and extent of each flooding event and compared them with the leptospirosis cases. The distribution of cases regarding flood discharge and duration was assessed through descriptive and spatiotemporal analyses, respectively. Furthermore, cluster analyses and spatial regression were completed to ascertain the relationship between flood extent and the postflood cases. This study found that postflood cases of leptospirosis can be associated with flood events in space and time. The total cases in both 2018 and 2019 increased in the post-flood phase, with the increase in 2018 being more evident. Unlike the 2019 flood, the flood of 2018 is a significant spatial indicator for postflood cases. Our study shows that flooding leads to an increase in leptospirosis cases, and there is stronger evidence for increased leptospirosis cases after a heavy flood event than after a moderate flooding event. Flood duration may be the most important factor in determining the increase in leptospirosis infections.

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“…Additionally, "complex systems" techniques such as futures thinking, scenario design, and multifactor mapping, which can help unpack important dimensions such as the role of cognition (in relation to human thermal discomfort, mental health, and other cognitive dimensions) and maladaptation in climate conflict, have not been widely adopted. Geospatial techniques, for example, provide exceptional capabilities in spatial analysis and visualisation, offering a valuable perspective for examining the different geospatial impact dimensions of climate conflict dynamics(Kamel et al, 2023). Comparative case studies, historical analyses, modelling, and scenario designs enable researchers to delve into nuanced contextual factors, historical trajectories, and potential future scenarios, thereby enriching the depth and breadth of climate conflict analyses(Ide, 2017).…”

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The Nexus of Climate and Conflict in the Lake Chad Region: What We Know, Don’t Know and Need to Know

Okpara,

Yunus

2024

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Despite the substantial body of knowledge available on the nexus between climate and conflict, this knowledge remains scattered, fragmented and incomplete. There are varying interpretations of how the nexus plays out, as well as different perceptions of the spectrum of "climate conflict" in fragile and conflict-affected areas. This is particularly the case in the Lake Chad region, an area that is often portrayed as a unique "testbed" for understanding climate conflict relations. This study systematically mapped and analysed published work on the nexus of climate and conflict, synthesising narratives and unpacking evidence on what we know, don't know and need to know about the nexus in the Lake Chad region. Our findings outline six key areas of knowledge that provide evidence on the nexus, including (i) how the nexus has evolved with the ongoing increase in regional climatic stress where temperatures are rising 1.5 times faster than the global average, (ii) whether studies link climatic events to different phases and continuum of conflict, and (iii) whether climatic events also introduce new forms of conflict along the conflict continuum. We note that studies failed to ask how fragility (assessed in terms of lack of state legitimacy, capacity and authority) shapes group identity/solidarity and spatiotemporal variations in nexus patterns and impacts. We suggest that the spectrum of what is considered "climate conflict" be expanded, paying particular attention to the continuum of conflict and how different conflict types interact and reinforce one another under climate shocks. Ultimately, knowledge co-creation can help integrate fragmented evidence about the nexus, fostering a unified, coherent and verifiable body of knowledge that can support joint climate and peace initiatives and wider transformative change across the region.

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Geospatial techniques for monitoring and mitigating climate change and its effects on human health

Cited by 9 publications

References 41 publications

Climate change and mental health and wellbeing: Reflections from a health geography lens

Climate change and mental health and wellbeing: Reflections from a health geography lens

Analysing the outbreaks of leptospirosis after floods in Kerala, India

The Nexus of Climate and Conflict in the Lake Chad Region: What We Know, Don’t Know and Need to Know

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