Infectious Diseases in a Changing Climate
Matthew C. Phillips, Regina C. LaRocque, George R. Thompson
Abstract
This JAMA Insights in the Climate Change and Health series discusses the importance of clinicians having awareness of changes in the geographic range, seasonality, and intensity of transmission of infectious diseases to help them diagnose, treat, and prevent these diseases.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineClimate changeInfectious disease (medical specialty)Transmission (telecommunications)Environmental healthDiseaseEcologyPathologyEngineeringBiologyElectrical engineeringClimate Change and Health ImpactsZoonotic diseases and public healthTravel-related health issues