As climate change continues to reshape our world, its impact on public health has never been more evident. Rising temperatures, shifting precipitation patterns, and environmental changes are creating conditions that facilitate the spread of infectious diseases, particularly those transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks. Addressing these emerging health threats requires stronger links between climate science and public health.
At IDAlert, we are committed to raising awareness and building capacity on this critical issue. That’s why we are developing an educational tool designed to bridge the knowledge gap between climate change and vector-borne diseases (VBDs). Inspired by the well-known Climate Fresk, our interactive workshop maps out the intricate cause-and-effect relationships between climate change and disease transmission. By visualizing how environmental shifts drive changes in disease dynamics, we aim to empower decision-makers and health professionals with the knowledge needed to anticipate and respond to these challenges.
Yesterday, our partners Three o’clock and the Barcelona Supercomputing Center (BSC) conducted the first testing session of this tool, validating scientific data and refining the workshop’s design. This marks an important step in developing an engaging, science-based learning experience.
The testing phase will continue in March, when we will gather further expert feedback from the entire IDAlert consortium during our Third General Assembly, hosted by our partner Benaki Phytopathological Institute (BPI) in Greece.
