The leading causes of death in developed countries are more due to lifestyle behaviors while the leading causes of death in developing countries are more do to infectious diseases. Heat Stress Heat stress occurs when people are exposed to very hot temperatures over long periods of time. Deaths due to heat stress occur primarily in older and younger people who do not have access to air conditioning. Extreme Events New York City has to prepare for the possibility of hurricanes. Other states such as the Midwest are more likely to experience tornadoes.
Floods occur around coastal regions.
Indirect Effects of Climate Change and Health 1. Respiratory Diseases People may experience more respiratory problems such as allergies or asthma when warmer temperatures cause an increase in air pollution and pollen in the air. People are at risk for diarrhea diseases if they drink water that has been contaminated with bacteria. With warmer temperatures there is an increased risk of bacteria growing in warm water. Cholera is more common in developing countries because their water is usually not disinfected with chlorine.