Exploring interconnections: A comprehensive multi-country analysis of climate change, energy demand, long-term care, and health of older adults

作者：Keriin Katsaros, Clemens Marggraf, Kristie L. Ebi, Kareem Buyana, Masahiro Hashizume, Shih‐Chun Candice Lung, Virginia Murray, Sokhna Thiam, Jo-Ting Huang-Lachmann · 发表于：Maturitas · 年份：2024 · DOI：10.1016/j.maturitas.2024.107961 · 被引用次数：8 · 研究领域：Climate Change and Health Impacts、Energy and Environment Impacts、Health disparities and outcomes

Challenges faced by many countries are energy insecurity, climate change, and the health and long-term care of growing numbers of older people. These challenges are increasingly intersecting with rising energy prices, aging populations, and an increased frequency and intensity of extreme climate events. This paper gives a deeper understanding of the current and predicted interconnections among these challenges through narrative-driven content and thematic analysis from workshops with a diverse group of international stakeholders from the Global North and Global South. Narratives emerged highlighting a complex nexus of interconnections and presenting critical action areas. Targeted local and global policies and interventions are needed to alleviate stress on health systems, encourage the integrated uptake of clean energy sources, and uphold social justice across all economies. Professionals can use this work to inform the design and implementation of effective interventions and increase the resilience of older adults by better preparing for systemic risks.