The resurgence of vector-borne diseases in Africa is a significant public health issue, exacerbated by rising temperatures. Edward Miano, writing for Mongabay, highlights that the extended life cycle of disease vectors like mosquitoes and ticks due to increasing temperatures is leading to the spread of diseases in these areas.
According to Miano, climate change has evolved into a significant public health crisis with far-reaching implications for communities worldwide. Climate change is reshaping our environment and health landscape, making once rare diseases more common and introducing new health threats to regions already facing socio-economic challenges.
Juliet Akoth Ojwang reporting for Mongabay notes that the connection between climate change and the resurgence of diseases underscores the importance of collaborative efforts across different sectors to mitigate the negative effects of climate change on health. She emphasizes that addressing climate change as a major public health crisis is crucial to combat its adverse effects on health.