Wed 10 Apr 2024 - Wed 10 Apr 2024

6 pm - 8.30 pm

Location

Roundhouse, UNSW Sydney

Address

Anzac Parade, Kensington

At a time where climate change has been declared the ‘biggest global health threat of the 21st century’, how prepared as we as a country to address these escalating health challenges?

Cost

This is a free event

Booking URL

https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/medconnect-x-sci-fi-series-elevating-health-in-the-climate-debate-tickets-844087988897?aff=EXTERNALSCICOMMS

Email

merrin.browne@unsw.edu.au

More Contact Information

Email: science.events@unsw.edu.au

As we grapple with the increasing consequences of climate change, experts are warning that it’s not just an environmental issue, declaring it the ‘biggest global health threat of the 21st century’. In the face of these warnings, where does Australia stand in its preparedness to address these health challenges, both locally and globally?

In a discussion led by ABC’s climate and health reporter, Tegan Taylor, hear from experts on how disasters such as bushfires and droughts, which are heightened by climate change, are triggering a spectrum of health risks - from infectious diseases to respiratory issues, and mental health challenges - with the vulnerable minority and at-risk groups bearing a disproportionate burden. Guests are invited to join in person, where a networking reception will follow the panel.

Alternatively, if you are unable to attend in person, you can register to receive the recording post-event.

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