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Climate Vulnerability and Cardiometabolic Health Among Children

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  • Eun Kyung Lee

  • Megan B. Cole

  • May 27, 2026

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    Climate change significantly impacts pediatric cardiometabolic health, especially in socioeconomically marginalized populations.

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    Children account for over 88% of the global disease burden from climate hazards, highlighting their vulnerability.

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    Higher neighborhood climate vulnerability correlates with increased cardiometabolic disease-related health care visits in children.

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    Emergency department visits for cardiometabolic issues were highest among privately insured children in vulnerable neighborhoods.

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    The study emphasizes the need for improved access to care and infrastructure to address the health impacts of climate change on children.

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Climate Vulnerability and Cardiometabolic Health Among Children

  • by Eun Kyung Lee, Megan B. Cole

  • May 27, 2026

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