Bolile infecțioase se extind odată cu încălzirea planetei. Noile amenințări

Climate change is altering the landscape of infectious diseases, enabling the spread of infections in previously unaffected regions. Rising temperatures, droughts, and extreme weather are impacting ticks and mosquitoes, as well as antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Researchers have noted that warmer conditions allow these vectors to thrive longer and expand into new areas. In the U.S., changes in climate are linked to the spread of tick and mosquito-borne diseases, including Lyme disease. Europe is also experiencing longer transmission seasons for diseases spread by mosquitoes, with the tiger mosquito expanding its range significantly. The emergence of local cases of West Nile virus in Romania highlights the growing risk. Additionally, climate conditions may promote antibiotic-resistant bacteria, complicating public health efforts.