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Effects of global warming on human health

woman with other women and children

Health crisis unfolding in Pakistan even as floodwaters recede 

Health & Medicine

Flooded areas have seen surges in malaria and other waterborne illnesses. 

A group of young protesters hold signs and posters.

How climate change affects children’s health

Health & Medicine
Children hold up signs protesting climate change.

How climate change is affecting mental health

Environment
Corn, or maize

The global corn crop is vulnerable to the effects of climate change

Climate Change
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