Climate Severe Events and Adaptation to Its Effects on the Human Health in Multan District, Punjab, Pakistan (1981-2015)


Khalil I., Khan S., Yılmaz N.

International Conference on Contemporary Issues in Sociology & Public Health (ICCISPH-2022), Multan, Pakistan, 25 - 26 Kasım 2022, ss.1-2

  • Yayın Türü: Bildiri / Tam Metin Bildiri
  • Basıldığı Şehir: Multan
  • Basıldığı Ülke: Pakistan
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.1-2
  • İstanbul Üniversitesi Adresli: Evet

Özet

Abstract

The study argues, that precipitation is an independent variable, whereas air pressure, temperature, fogs, visibility, human health, demography, etc are dependent variables.  A direct, as well as indirect relationship between extreme weather records and human health issues, has been noted with the change in rainy seasons, pressure system, wind circulation, visibility, and relative humidity. The different human pandemics caused by extreme weather conditions consist of skin allergies, dehydration, stomach ache, eye allergies, diarrhea, chickenpox, typhoid, malaria, dengue, cholera, hepatitis, COVID-19, etc. The adaptation strategies recommended by the residents comprise proper medical treatment, medication, health facilities, a green environment, people awareness, etc.

Key Words:         Climate, Weather Events, Affects, Pandemics, Adaptation