Climate change, the here and now: Managing isolation wrought by weather-related events is key

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Climate change, the here and now: Managing isolation wrought by weather-related events is key

Fiona Bolden
Gumboots in the rain CR Vidar Nordli Mathisen on Unsplash
Rural communities are susceptible to road closures and problems with accessing healthcare after floods, cyclones and other disasters – as well as mental health challenges [Image: Vidar Nordli Mathisen on Unsplash]

Fiona Bolden writes about recent disastrous weather events affecting communities, and how rural health providers need to be part of emergency management

Climate change is causing increasing challenges for disaster management and healthcare delivery, especially in rural areas. The effects of extreme wea