Date of Award
1-1-2023
Document Type
Open Access Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Public Health (MPH)
Department
School of Public Health
First Advisor
Robert Hecht
Abstract
The Caribbean exists on the frontlines of climate change, and many climate-related threats are already felt throughout the region and projected to worsen in the coming decades. A critical climate-related threat is that of waterborne diseases, as extreme weather events, sea level rise, and temperature increases are shown to contribute to potable water inaccessibility and a more favorable environment for pathogen proliferation and transmission. The complexity of this challenge calls for increased regional and inter-sectoral collaboration in both preparedness and response efforts. Countries and territories across the Caribbean are currently displaying variable yet marked interest in One Health, yet there is still substantial work to be done in regard to data collection, utilization, guideline and policy development, and action plan implementation. A review of existing literature is complemented with key informant interviews to prioritize the opinions and expertise of individuals working on-the-ground in the Caribbean region in fields related to climate and health.
Recommended Citation
Steel, Sydney A., "Intersectoral Responses To Climate Change And Waterborne Diseases In The Caribbean Region: Current Actions And Pathways Forward Using The One Health Framework" (2023). Public Health Theses. 2343.
https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/ysphtdl/2343
