Climate change

Deadly brain-eating amoeba spreading across the US: What can you do to prevent it?

Called naegleria fowleri, this brain-eating amoeba is usually found in warm freshwater like rivers, ponds, lakes and springs. Infections occur when it enters the brain through the nose.
Frozen viral outbreak: Melting Arctic ice could awaken deadly ancient viruses, warn scientists

Scientists say the vanishing permafrost in the Arctic has the potential to unleash viruses and bacteria that have been dormant for tens or even hundreds of thousands of years.
World Environment Day 2020: Climate change can aggravate deadly disease outbreaks

Environmental destruction and the subsequent climate change could increase the spread of deadly human diseases via animals, warn experts. World Environment Day is approaching, let's take a pledge to conserve biodiversity.
Every child's future under threat from climate change: Report

According to a new study, ecological degradation due to climate change and unethical marketing practices puts every child's future at risk.
Chances of dengue and chikungunya increase as the temperature goes up

According to a new study published in the Journal of European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases has revealed that climate change is driving the increase in vector-borne diseases.
Allergy season worsens with changing climate: Study

According to a new study, changing climate and increased pollen count have worsened the allergy season.
Climate change may affect your immunity: Here are 6 natural ways to boost it

You must be aware of the fact that weak immunity makes you susceptible to allergies and diseases. Now, as per the findings of a new study, climate change can weaken your immunity. So, here are few natural solutions to help you strengthen your immune system.
Climate change, air pollution causing millions of premature deaths, finds study

Research shows that rising temperatures as a result of climate change are already exposing us to an unacceptably high health risk and warns, for the first time, that older people in Europe and the East Mediterranean are particularly vulnerable to extremes of heat, markedly higher than in Africa and SE Asia.
Report says climate change will widen inequality gap in India

According to the reports of New Delhi-based climate research group, Climate Trends, People exposed to natural hazards in low income regions are seven times more likely to die compared to equivalent populations in high income regions.
Scientist: Climate change will severely affect people from all walks of life

The rapidly rising climate change is a potential threat to the ecosystems and is feared by people for it is leading to disastrous natural disasters globally. Climatic change is proving to be a huge threat to human health globally.
Study says eating less meat can help meet climate targets

A new study published in the Climate Policy has suggested eating less meat to help meeting climate targets.
Know the link between alcohol consumption and cold climate

According to scientists said, in cold climates, people are more likely to consume alcohol, and this habit can lead to the development of alcoholism.
Climate change: Know how it can affect you

We witness a long queue at the doctor's clinic due to cold and cough and flu or other stomach issues. The reason for it can be the unpredictable change in the climate. Here, we tell you how the change in the climate can take a toll on your health.
Now climate change can also cause hand, foot and mouth disease, shows study

In case you are not aware of the fact that climate change, humidity and sunshine play a role in increasing chances of developing hand, foot and mouth disease, here is all you should know. A study has shown that global warming can be a leading cause of this condition among children.
National Dengue Day 2018: Facts about the Indian climate's relationship with this vector-borne disease that you should know

Most dengue outbreaks are known to have occurred in the states, Rajasthan, Punjab, Gujarat, Haryana and Kerala.
Know how seasonal changes and asthma is interlinked

As per the expert, climate changes can trigger asthma along with the other factors. He also lists out few dos and don'ts to deal with it
Centre to monitor climate change effects on public health comes up in Pune

The "Centre for Climate Change and Health" will address the immediate and long term impacts of climate change on people's health, especially the poor and vulnerable in society.
Climate change impacts women more than men: UN

Women are more likely than men to be affected by climate change.
21-year-old Indian Sathviga Sridhar wins first UNICEF Climate Comic Contest!

UNICEF Climate Comics Contest winner Sathviga's inspiration came from the problems her community faced during the 2015 floods.
6 ways global warming can seriously harm your health

There can be more deaths because of the extreme heat.