RT Journal Article
SR Electronic
T1 When Climate Change Shows Up in the Exam Room
JF The Journal of the American Board of Family
                Medicine
JO J Am Board Fam Med
FD American Board of Family Medicine
SP 15
OP 18
DO 10.3122/jabfm.2023.230200R1
VO 37
IS 1
A1 Katzman, Joanna G.
A1 Wheat, Stefan
A1 Christiano, Ann S.
YR 2024
UL http://www.jabfm.org/content/37/1/15.abstract
AB Climate change is considered one of the greatest threats to humanity and the most significant global public health emergency of our lifetime. Millions of people from throughout the globe suffer and die each year from degraded air quality, extreme heat, water and vector-borne diseases as well as the mental health effects of climate change. Because clinicians are considered one of the most trusted sources of climate information, they have a unique opportunity to communicate the many health-related effects of climate change to their patients. It is important for clinicians to understand the most beneficial techniques to use when communicating with patients who may need more information regarding climate change and extreme weather events. These include 1) meeting patients where they are, 2) providing patient education, and 3) telling authentic stories. Developing and delivering effective communication strategies to our patients to prevent and prepare for climate-related health issues are paramount- if we are to make meaningful progress.