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Security threats of climate change


Monday, November 4, 2013 : 1:42 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Catherine Thomasson, MD, Physicians for Social Responsibility, WA DC, DC
     
Water rights, loss of grazing land, reduced food production, high food prices, and extreme weather events are already causing conflict due to climate change. Several examples will be presented that outline factors more likely to increase conflict, including regions with marginalized populations, minimal infrastructure, and scarcity of natural resources. New studies reviewing predictions for potential conflict will be presented. Climate-induced migration will also strain many countries and lead to heightened concerns about economics and job security.

Learning Areas:

Environmental health sciences
Public health or related public policy

Learning Objectives:
Describe security threats that are likely to arise as a result of climate change. Describe the roles of public health workers in addressing these issues.

Keyword(s): Climate Change, Emerging Health Issues

Presenting author's disclosure statement:

Qualified on the content I am responsible for because: Dr. Thomasson is an internal medicine physician working in both teaching roles and as a clinician for the last 30 years. She taught Climate Change and Public Health at Portland State University. She also worked with the Oregon Medical Association educating and advocating for chemical toxins reform nationwide and on specific chemical issues at the state legislature and through the organization.
Any relevant financial relationships? No

I agree to comply with the American Public Health Association Conflict of Interest and Commercial Support Guidelines, and to disclose to the participants any off-label or experimental uses of a commercial product or service discussed in my presentation.

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