Introduction: Climate change presents an urgent challenge to global public health, exacerbated by political denial and fragmented global governance. This study examines the impact of climate change on public health and explores the barriers posed by political denial, emphasizing the need for a unified interdisciplinary approach to ensure sustainable solutions. Methods: A comprehensive literature review was conducted, sourcing data from academic databases including PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Scholar. The review focused on studies addressing the intersection of climate change, political influences, and public health, with a thematic analysis used to synthesize findings. Key topics included the impact of extreme weather events on health, the role of political governance in global health strategies, and the effectiveness of existing public health frameworks. Results: The analysis identified significant direct and indirect effects of climate change on public health, such as the increase in vector-borne diseases and mental health challenges due to extreme weather events. Political denial, particularly in autocratic regimes, was found to hinder international cooperation and the implementation of effective public health policies. The study also highlighted the need for robust education and simulation activities, as well as the potential of collaborative frameworks like the Command-and-Control Safety Communication Assessment Triage Treatment Transport (CSCATTT) to address these challenges. Conclusion: To effectively tackle the intertwined challenges of climate change and global health, a unified and interdisciplinary approach is essential. This includes overcoming political denial, enhancing global governance structures, and integrating environmental strategies with public health initiatives. The study advocates for the creation of a new global multidisciplinary entity to coordinate these efforts, ensuring a holistic and sustainable response to future global health crises.
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