Climate change and health

Climate change is affecting human health. Learn about the health risks of climate change, who is most at risk and what we can do to reduce the impacts of climate change.

General public

Risks to health from climate change

Learn about the direct and indirect health risks of climate change.

Who is most impacted by climate change

Learn about who is at higher risk of the impacts of climate change and why.

Protecting your health from climate change impacts

Learn how individuals, communities and health systems can adapt to reduce the impacts of climate change.

Extreme heat events

Learn about the health risks of extreme heat. Follow these tips to protect yourself and your loved ones from the health impacts of extreme heat.

Infectious diseases and climate change

Find out about the risks from climate-driven infectious diseases and how the Public Health Agency of Canada is taking actions to reduce health effects.

Health sector professionals

Heat alert and response systems across Canada

Learn how public health officials can prepare their communities for the health impacts of extreme heat and how Health Canada can provide support.

HealthADAPT

Learn about the HealthADAPT program and the projects funded by Health Canada during the pilot HealthADAPT program.

Climate Change and Health Capacity Building Program funding opportunities

Learn about the funding programs currently offered through Health Canada's Climate Change and Health Office.

Resources

Climate change publications