Climate Change Worsens Skin Health, Hits Lower-Income Countries Hardest
Discover how climate change is impacting skin health globally, with lower-income countries facing the greatest burden. A study spanning 136 nations highlights disparities in dermatological care and the rising prevalence of skin diseases.
A major international study spanning 136 countries found that over 40 per cent of countries worldwide reported climate-related changes in the prevalence and severity of skin diseases with lower-income countries disproportionately affected. The study ... [4354 chars]
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