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Health Effects of Climate Change on Canadian Children: A Comprehensive Systematic Review

  • By

  • Daniel Helldén

  • Kirsten Sjonnesen

  • Luis D Virla

  • Sherilee L Harper

  • Francois Bernier

  • Steven Bryant

  • Benedikt Hallgrímsson

  • September 19, 2026

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    Canada is warming at approximately twice the global average, leading to significant health risks for children.

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    The systematic review identified 71 studies linking climate change to child health impacts, focusing on extreme temperatures and wildfires.

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    Children's health vulnerabilities are exacerbated by existing inequities, particularly among First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities.

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    Quality assessment of studies revealed concerns regarding representativeness and bias, highlighting the need for more robust research.

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    The findings emphasize the urgency for tailored interventions addressing climate change impacts on child health in Canada.

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Climate change health impacts on children in Canada: a systematic review

  • by Daniel Helldén, Kirsten Sjonnesen, Luis D Virla, Sherilee L Harper, Francois Bernier, Steven Bryant, Benedikt Hallgrímsson

  • September 19, 2026

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