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Geneva: A new report claims that climate change is causing problems in workers’ mental health.
According to the International Labor Organization (ILO), a United Nations agency, extreme weather, climate change-induced disasters and extreme heat all contribute to anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). are putting
In the latest report, the ILO said that workers are likely to suffer from economic and overwork problems and the loss of hope for the future of their communities.
The report further stated that several health conditions among workers have been linked to climate change, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory diseases and mental health problems, among others.
The report stated that the risks of climate change are affecting the mental health of some workers by worsening their economic situation. For example, due to rising temperatures, farmers and fishermen may face the problem of low crop yields and low fish numbers, respectively, which will make their lives difficult, leading to anxiety and depression. will
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