TABLE 1. Curricular outline of the Pan American climate resilient health systems course.
Session |
Topic |
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1 |
Introduction – health care systems in a changing climate |
2 |
Assessing risks to human health and health systems from climate change |
3 |
Focusing on health facilities: assessing risks and opportunities for adaptation and resilience building |
4 |
Considering the health adaptation process: key actors, activities, and partnerships |
5 |
Integrating health equity into efforts to address climate change: identifying uniquely vulnerable populations for adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation |
6 |
Estimating the costs of the effects of climate change on health and health systems |
7 |
Identifying opportunities and guidance for lowering the carbon footprint of health systems |
8 |
Measuring, monitoring, and evaluating progress in developing the climate resilience and environmental sustainability of health systems |
9 |
Effectively communicating climate change risks to stakeholders and the public |
Source: Prepared by authors.