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The Impact of Public Health

The Impact of Public Health

by Cunningham, Kevin

ISBN: 9798892603959

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Dengue fever. Heat waves. Grief. Human-caused climate change presents challenges to people’s physical and mental well-being. In The Impact on Public Health, the Planet in Danger series introduces readers to the diseases and disasters unleashed as the Earth becomes warmer. Scientific voices describe research and solutions. Eyewitnesses share experiences in places hit hard by climate-related health problems. Full-color images and maps offer helpful visual information. Fast facts fan reader interest while a glossary explains important terms. A timeline and suggestions for further research guide anyone who wants to learn more about one of today’s critical issues.

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  • Copyright: 2025
    Imprint:     Mitchell Lane
    Category:     Nonfiction

    Interest Level:

    • Elementary

    Reading Level:

    • Grade 4

    AR Title: No

  • Book Features:

    • About the Author
    • Full-color photographs
    • Further Resources
    • Glossary
    • High Interest, Low Readability (Hi-Lo)
    • Index
    • Interesting facts
    • Table of Contents

    Dewey Number: 904.5
    Page Count:     32
    Trim:     6 1/2 x 9 1/4

Reviews and Awards for The Impact of Public Health

2025 Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Recipient

"VERDICT A well-organized and informative resource. Recommended for collections needing up-to-date books on natural disasters and climate change."--SLJ

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Planet in Danger Series

Human-caused climate change presents problems in the present. But left unchecked, it promises to bring enormous consequences in the future. The Planet in Danger series delves into specific threats that have arisen as greenhouse gases warm the atmosphere. Merging storytelling with science, the books offer readable introductions to six important issues while focusing on how each impacts people and societies around the world. Beautiful color images, a map, and Fast Facts flesh out the subject matter. An index and glossary of important terms aid comprehension. A curated list of books and websites points the way for readers to expand their knowledge.