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Climate change may well impact insect-borne disease, but the exact consequences remain uncertain. How well can scientists predict problems both at the global and regional scale? And what can policymakers do to prepare?
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Opinions and Analysis
Get the science straight on climate change and disease
Climate change's complex links with insect-borne disease need solid research — not alarmism that distracts from other crucial factors.
The malaria myths of climate change
Contrary to oft-repeated claims, climate change is unlikely to cause a major rise in malaria, says medical entomologist Paul Reiter.
Policy Briefs
Policies to reduce malaria regardless of climate change
Policies to combat malaria are needed regardless of climate change, which has a far smaller impact on the disease than human activity.
9 September 2009
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Source: Sustainable Development Network
Reducing the adverse health effects of climate change
Enhancing disease surveillance and response and improving environmental conditions can help reduce negative health impacts of climate change.
9 September 2009
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Source: The Bulletin of the WHO
News and Features
Climate change and insect-borne disease: Facts and figures
Priya Shetty explains the links between climate change and insect-borne disease, and outlines priorities for developing country policymakers.
Climate complexities stoke disease controversies
Modelling how climate change might affect insect-borne disease is hugely complex — and increasingly controversial, explains Justine Davies.
Peru: climate change could affect malaria vectors
30 July 2009
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