What can be said about risks, vulnerabilities, and adaptation to climate change in Caribbean small island developing states (SIDS)? The case of Dominica. A qualitative study.
Abstract
Caribbean Small island developing states (SIDS) are generally qualified as disproportionately vulnerable to climate change, including extreme weather events like hurricanes. While many studies already documented the impacts of climate change on health in the wealthiest countries, there is little knowledge in this field in Caribbean SIDS. Our study aims to discuss health risks and vulnerabilities in a Caribbean context to inform future adaptation measures to climate change.
Keywords
climate change, health, Public health, Global Health, vulnerability, adaptation, risks, Caribbean, West Indies
Membres et équipe SHERPA
Patrick Cloos
Professeur, École de travail social Université de Montréal (UdeM)