Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: Climate change is altering environmental conditions globally, with implications for human health, especially in vulnerable populations. Nigeria, with its diverse climate and high population density, is particularly susceptible to the health impacts of climate change. This research paper aims to investigate the potential link between climate change-induced environmental shifts and increased occurrences of skin inflammation within Nigerian communities. We will explore the ways in which rising temperatures, increased UV radiation, air pollution, and changes in precipitation patterns may contribute to skin inflammatory conditions like eczema, psoriasis, and contact dermatitis. Additionally, we will discuss the socio-economic factors that exacerbate the vulnerability of Nigerian communities to these effects, highlighting the need for tailored interventions and public health policies to mitigate the impact of climate change on skin health in the region.
Author: OKECHUKWU CHIDOLUO VITUS
Language: English
Subfield: Health, Toxicology and Mutagenesis
Field: Environmental Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4412614165