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This course focuses on understanding the relationship between extreme heat and health in urban areas, particularly in India. The learning outcomes include gaining knowledge on the impact of climate change on health, methods for evaluating the effectiveness of heat action plans, and strategies for reducing the health impacts of extreme weather events. The course teaches skills such as analyzing temperature and mortality data, evaluating existing heat action plans, and implementing adaptation strategies like cooling centers. The teaching method involves a webinar format with a focus on epidemiologic research and case studies. The intended audience for this course includes early-career professionals in the field of environmental health, public health, climate change, and epidemiology.
