Climate Change, Sea-Level Rise, & Health Impacts in Bangladesh.

The article discusses the effects of climate changes on Bangladesh, where rising sea levels, climate variability, and extreme weather events such as floods, cyclones, and droughts may cause more severe issues due to meteorological and topological conditions. The incidences of flood related mortalities for women and children due to drowning and diseases such as cholera, fungal infections in the lower legs, and typhoid are examined. Other topics addressed include postflood mental health effects, malnutrition, and soil salinity. Tables and maps are presented with information on the area inundated due to sea-level rise, studies on the impact of flooding on health, and saltwater intrusion in the coastal and delta regions.