Includes bibliographical references (page 217-235) and index.
Summary
An assessment of the impact of global warming on human health cites spiraling rates of disease and heatstroke-related deaths and outlines a blueprint for protecting oneself from environment-related health challenges.
Contents
When the weather goes haywire -- Fever pitch -- Breathless -- The hot zone -- Health care on life support -- Running on empty -- Through a glass darkly -- Holding back the waters -- The Emerald City.