Interconnected Impacts: Climate Change, Biodiversity Loss, and Health

The escalating impacts of human activities on the environment, particularly evident through climate change and biodiversity loss, present urgent challenges for global health. The 21st century has witnessed climate change emerge as a paramount health threat with wide-reaching effects on various populations. Recent studies accentuate the dual implications of these environmental crises, noting the increasing evidence linking biodiversity loss with a range of health issues, including respiratory diseases such as asthma, COPD, and more recently COVID-19. These health challenges represent a substantial worldwide health burden and are exacerbated by environmental factors like air pollution, pollen, and weather variations.

This Research Topic aims to explore the health impacts of climate change and biodiversity loss within the expansive framework of anthropogenic global change and planetary health. It seeks to understand the intricate relationships between environmental degradation and public health issues, investigating how mitigative actions and adaptive strategies can address these emerging health crises. By examining these dynamics, the research will shed light on the pronounced and latent effects of environmental changes on human health.

To gather further insights into these complex interactions, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:

• Influence of biodiversity loss on health outcomes, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma, acute lower respiratory tract infections, and Covid-19
• Biodiversity and zoonotic infections
• Ecosystems and overall human health
• Pollution, land use, biodiversity, and public health
• Inequalities in the impact of climate change, biodiversity loss, and public health challenges
• Impact of climate change and biodiversity loss on public health across different geographical and climatic contexts
• Climate change and biodiversity mitigation strategies related to health outcomes
• Adaptation to climate change and its effects on public health

By delving into these distinctive yet interconnected topics, the Research Topic will contribute to a broader understanding of how global environmental changes endanger public health and well-being.