Public Health Challenges and Sustainable Responses in an Era of Disasters, Conflict, and Climate Change
A special issue of Sustainability (ISSN 2071-1050). This special issue belongs to the section "Health, Well-Being and Sustainability".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 13 December 2024 | Viewed by 14676
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Interests: crisis management; disaster management; disaster preparedness; disasters; safety; health security; CIMIC
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Dear Colleagues,
Introduction:
In an era marked by a cascade of global crises, from health pandemics to hazards and disasters, from sustained conflict to the escalating repercussions of climate change, there is an unprecedented need to reconsider our approach towards public health and sustainability.
The stark reality is that climate change exacerbates existing health inequities and strains our health systems, disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable populations. Simultaneously, prolonged conflict disrupts societal structures and complicates health outcomes. Hazards and disasters, which are becoming increasingly frequent and severe due to climate change, further challenge our abilities to maintain public health standards. These interdependencies underscore a growing necessity for a more holistic, cross-disciplinary approach towards achieving sustainable public health outcomes and disaster responses.
Aim of the Special Issue:
With this in mind, we are proud to introduce this Special Issue titled "Public Health Challenges and Sustainable Responses in an Era of Disasters, Conflict, and Climate Change." The intention of this Special Issue is not merely to underscore the urgency of these intersecting problems, but to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, generate innovative solutions, and illuminate the path forward. It relates closely to the broader scope of our journal—Sustainability—by expanding the discourse beyond traditional boundaries to address the more complex, multifaceted realities of the 21st century.
Suggested Themes:
We encourage contributions that span a broad range of topics, which may include, but are not limited to:
- Interdisciplinary studies exploring the interconnectedness of public health, conflict, climate change, and disaster response.
- Analyzing the impact of climate change and conflict on health inequities and exploring sustainable mitigation strategies.
- Strategies to adapt healthcare systems for increased resilience in the face of climate-change-induced disasters and sustained conflicts.
- Examining the role of policy and governance in building sustainable and resilient health infrastructures.
- Lessons from past and ongoing health crises, disasters, and conflicts: case studies and best practice recommendations for sustainable responses.
- Technology's role in supporting public health, disaster management, and conflict resolution in the context of climate change.
- Exploring the social, economic, and environmental determinants of health in disaster- and conflict-prone areas.
- Innovations in health education and communication strategies to promote resilience and sustainability in communities facing climate change, conflict, and disaster risks.
In this Special Issue, we welcome original research articles, reviews, case studies, and perspectives that strive to push the boundaries of current understanding, encouraging a holistic and interconnected approach to these pressing global challenges.
The time for siloed solutions has passed; the complexity of our modern world necessitates the cross-pollination of ideas and integrated strategies. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration through this Special Issue, we hope to contribute to shaping a more sustainable, resilient, and equitable future.
Prof. Dr. Krzysztof Goniewicz
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- public health
- sustainability
- climate change
- conflict resolution
- disaster response
- health equity
- resilience
- interdisciplinary research
- health infrastructure
- social determinants of health
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