Title:
Addressing the Challenges of the Climate Crisis: The Importance of Environmental Health in Disaster Management

Authors:
Zacharis Thomas, Skanavis Vassilios, Skanavis Constantina, Greece

Abstract:

The climate crisis is one of the biggest challenges of the 21st century with serious impacts on people's environmental health and quality of life. Natural disasters, such as floods, fires and storms, are becoming increasingly frequent and intense due to climate change, burdening public health and the natural environment. This article analyses the link between environmental health and natural risk management, giving emphasis to the requirement for combined strategies focusing on prevention and preparation. Climate change has contributed to reduction in food production, high risk of infectious diseases and aggravation of social problems, increasing the need for more resilient and sustainable infrastructure. The need for integrated policies that combine disaster management strategies with environmental health, the importance of education programs and community awareness as well as the necessity for international cooperation to enhance societal resilience against the climate crisis are also pointed out. The significance of ongoing research and innovation in waste management and disaster recovery is also highlighted in order to ensure a sustainable future for communities and the environment.

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.51505/ijaemr.2025.1104