Thunderstorm Asthma and Climate Change
Paul J. Beggs
Abstract
This JAMA Insights in the Climate Change and Health Series defines thunderstorm asthma, describes its effects and increased rate of occurrence, and highlights recommendations for improved response during future events.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineThunderstormAsthmaClimate changeClimatologyMeteorologyInternal medicinePhysicsGeologyBiologyEcologyClimate Change and Health ImpactsPlant responses to elevated CO2Urban Heat Island Mitigation