Climate Change and Health Conversation with Nana Adwoa Achiaa

In Accra’s slum communities like Old Fadama, climate change isn’t abstract it’s daily reality. Floods, extreme heat, poor sanitation, and limited healthcare collide to create a silent health crisis. In this insightful episode of Conversations on Climate Change and Health,Dr. Bob Manteaw shares powerful stories of residents living with these vulnerabilities — and their resilience. Together, we expl...

We Know What We're Doing: The Youth-Led Movement for Clean Air In this insightful episode of Conversations on Climate Change and Health , we spotlight a bold, youth-led movement that's transforming the air we breathe. From the crowded streets of Accra to the alleys of Nairobi, young citizens are rising—not just with placards, but with precision advocacy powered by science. 🎧 Join us as we...

In this insightful episode of "Conversations on Climate Change and Health," we unpack how a warming world is reshaping our well-being by acting as a powerful risk multiplier for infectious diseases. We zoom in on schistosomiasis, a waterborne parasitic disease that is becoming more widespread, persistent, and harder to control as rainfall patterns shift, floodwaters rise, and temperature...

What if the air you breathe and the heat you feel are silently shaping your ability to start a family? The science is clear—climate change isn’t just melting ice caps; it’s altering our bodies in ways you’d never expect. In this eye-opening episode of  Conversations on Climate Change and Health , host Nana Adjoa sits down with sustainability scientist Miss Josephine Boateng to unravel the shocking...

Summary This conversation explores the critical intersection of climate change and healthcare, focusing on how extreme weather events impact healthcare provision in Ghana. The discussion highlights the challenges faced by healthcare systems, the need for resilient infrastructure, and innovative solutions to adapt to climate extremes. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of community eng...

This episode explores the intricate relationship between climate change and health, focusing on the recent cholera outbreak in Ghana. It discusses how climate change contributes to the spread of cholera through extreme weather patterns, rising temperatures, and inadequate sanitation. Personal stories from affected individuals highlight the human impact of cholera outbreaks, emphasizing the need fo...

This conversation explores the critical intersection of climate change and health, particularly focusing on how climate change exacerbates gender-based violence. It highlights the vulnerabilities faced by women and marginalized communities during extreme weather events and the need for targeted interventions and community engagement to address these issues effectively.

Welcome to the Conversations on Climate Change and Health , where we unpack the critical intersection of climate change and health, inspired by key findings from the WHO COP29 special report. This episode dives into the profound impacts of climate change on global health, from exacerbating non-communicable diseases and maternal risks to food insecurity and mental health challenges. Discover how ri...

Join us in this compelling podcast episode as we explore the profound and often overlooked connection between climate change and mental health. Our guest, Sylvia Hagan, a Ph. D. candidate in psychology, discusses her pioneering work on the mental health impacts of climate change within coastal communities in Ghana. We delve into the effects of environmental stressors—like rising sea levels and ext...

In this compelling episode of Conversations on Climate Change and Health, we dive into the critical and often overlooked topic of how climate change is affecting the health of children around the world. From air pollution to floods, droughts, and illegal mining, we explore the devastating impacts on children's respiratory health, mental well-being, and future opportunities. Highlighting real-life...

In this episode of "Conversations on Climate Change and Health," we dive into the intricate relationship between climate change and its impact on cerebrospinal meningitis (CSM) in Ghana. I am joined by Dr. Yaw Boafo, a senior research fellow at the Center for Climate Change and Sustainability Studies, who sheds light on how rising temperatures, changing rainfall patterns, and environmental shifts...

In the first episode of the Climate Change and Health podcast, we explore the intricate relationship between climate change and its impact on health in Ghana. From shifting weather patterns affecting food production to rising temperatures increasing heat-related illnesses, respiratory ailments, and expanding malaria risk, we uncover how climate change is already altering daily life. The episode al...

Introduction to the climate change and health conversations. This weekly podcast series will discuss varied topics on the intersection between climate change and health across Africa!