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SUMMARY:Climate Change as an Injury Prevention Issue Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Climate change is increasing the intensity\, frequency and duration of extreme weather events such as heatwaves\, bushfires\, floods\, storms and droughts. These events can have significant health impacts\, contributing to both direct injuries\, including drowning\, falls\, burns and bites and stings\, and indirect harms such as transport-related injuries\, mental health impacts and violence. Between 2012 and 2022\, more than 9\,000 Australians were hospitalised due to extreme weather-related injuries\, highlighting the growing importance of injury prevention\, preparedness and community resilience in a changing climate. \nJoin Injury Matters\, Climate Justice Union and Department of Fire and Emergency Services on 9 December 2026 at 10:00 am – 11:00 am for the “Climate Change as an Injury Prevention Issue” webinar. \nThis session will explore: \n\nClimate change in Western Australia\nHow climate change increases injury risk\nWhat injuries are most commonly seen due to climate change and extreme weather events\nRisk factors and vulnerable groups\nPrevention and communication strategies\nPublic Health Planning for Local Governments\n\nWho should attend? \nThis webinar is suitable for Local Government professionals\, Community Development Officers\, Environmental Health Officers and Health Promotion professionals. \nRegister here
URL:https://www.injurymatters.org.au/event/know-injury-climate-change-as-an-injury-prevention-issue-webinar/
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CATEGORIES:Know Injury
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