Trees near the home and plants on roofs lower the temperature around the home and lower the risk for heat-related illness [25]
Placing filters on furnaces and AC units, and placing air purifiers and HEPA filtration help to limit particulate matter in the home, decreasing the risk for airway dysfunction [26]
Temperature changes can encourage mold growth, which can exacerbate existing lung disease and cause fungal respiratory infections; mold removal lowers the risk for these events [27]
Climate change is causing insect migration and more intense rainfall, increasing the risk for emerging insect- and water-borne diseases.
Encourage people to wear weather-appropriate clothing to prevent the need for excess heating or cooling of the home.
Encourage the use of insect repellent and putting screens on windows.
Consider insect netting over if safe.
Check for ticks after time outside.
Learn how to build flood defenses around the home.
Lobby your local government to revise zoning laws that limit urban flooding.
Develop a plan for cooling during heat waves.
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