Section: Module 2: Health Sector's Role in Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation | Climate Change and Health Course for Health Professionals | NextGenU.org

  • Student Learning Outcomes:
    Upon completion of this lesson, you will be able to:
    1. Examine the health sector's role in climate change mitigation and resilience, focusing on strategies to reduce the carbon footprint and promote sustainable practices.
    2. Develop skills in preventing and monitoring climate-related health impacts, with a focus on key areas of concern for health-specific adaptation.
    3. Integrate climate change considerations into patient care and public health practice.
    4. Identify and describe why intersectoral collaboration is essential for climate change adaptation and mitigation in health.

    Approximate time required for the readings for this lesson (at 144 words/minute): 1 hour and 40 minutes.

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