Increased Temp = Increased Diarrhea

November 18, 2022

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The impacts of a warming planet are projected to increase the burden of diarrheal disease, with an estimated 7% increase in diarrhea cases per every 1 degree Celsius of global warming.

Check our our ‘untapped’ campaign to learn more about the impact of climate change on diarrheal disease!

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