Understanding the implications of climate change for people with multiple long-term conditions
Supervisors:
Dr Claire Niedzwiedz, School of Health & Wellbeing (University of Glasgow)
Dr David Blane, School of Health & Wellbeing (University of Glasgow)
Dr Peter Hanlon, School of Health & Wellbeing (University of Glasgow)
Prof. Vittal Katikireddi, School of Health & Wellbeing (University of Glasgow)
Summary:
Climate change is one of the most significant global health challenges, however our understanding of how it affects people living with multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs) is limited. This project aims to increase understanding of how a changing climate impacts people living with MLTCs, using a mixed methods approach. It will involve scoping existing literature, qualitative research involving people living with MLTCs to explore experiences of climate-related exposures, such as extreme heat and cold, awareness of health impacts and concerns about the future, as well as analysis of health policies to explore how issues of climate change are incorporated. Quantitative data analysis could include investigating the combinations of health conditions that are most sensitive to climate-related exposures and the impact on outcomes, such as emergency hospital admissions and quality of life. The project will contribute to knowledge of the impact of climate change on people with MLTCs, particularly in the UK. Supervised by a multidisciplinary team based within the General Practice and Primary Care research group, the successful applicant will work with us to design a PhD that addresses key questions in this topical area, but which provides the Fellow with doctoral training that meets their interests, career and development needs.