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Hindi Climate Change and the Surge of Air and Water Borne Infections: A Global Perspective
*Corresponding Author: Aarti Sharma, Department of Environmental Health Sciences, Global Institute of Public Health, India, Email: raarti.publichealth@gmail.comReceived Date: Jan 01, 2025 / Accepted Date: Jan 30, 2025 / Published Date: Jan 30, 2025
Citation: Aarti S (2025) Climate Change and the Surge of Air and Water BorneInfections: A Global Perspective. Air Water Borne Dis 14: 273.
Copyright: © 2025 Aarti S. This is an open-access article distributed under theterms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricteduse, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author andsource are credited.
Abstract
Climate change is increasingly recognized as one of the greatest global health threats of the 21st century. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, extreme weather events, and increasing frequency of natural disasters are altering ecosystems and contributing to the proliferation and transmission of air and water borne infectious diseases. This article provides a comprehensive overview of how climate change acts as a catalyst for the spread of diseases such as cholera, typhoid, Legionnaires' disease, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), among others. It explores the biological, environmental, and socio-economic mechanisms through which global warming and environmental disruptions are fueling infection risks. Furthermore, the article highlights regions disproportionately affected and discusses the need for adaptive health strategies, improved surveillance systems, and climate-resilient infrastructure. Understanding the intersection between climate and disease transmission is crucial for safeguarding public health in a warming world. This surge is particularly evident in low- and middle-income countries where infrastructure and healthcare systems are ill-equipped to manage these evolving threats. Moreover, climate-induced displacement, urban overcrowding, and poor sanitation further exacerbate the risks. This paper explores the complex interrelationship between climate change and the increased incidence of air and water borne diseases from a global perspective. It critically examines scientific evidence, epidemiological patterns, and regional case studies, while also highlighting the socio-economic, environmental, and policy-related dimensions of the issue. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for developing climate-resilient public health strategies and policies aimed at mitigating future outbreaks and protecting vulnerable populations.
