Brief communication: “Multi-hazard-to-health-outcome” (MH 2 O) pathways: the known, the unknown, and ten most urgent priorities

Natural hazards and earth system sciences 2026 Open access

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Authors: Harriet Elizabeth Moore, Qiuhua Liang, Lee Bosher, John Atanbori, Mark G. Gussy, Amogh Mudbhatkal, Joe Swift, Jaspreet Singh Phull, Kirsten Guy, Lynsey Collinson, Andy Penny, Maria Athanassiadou
+7 more Kaja Milczewska, Ebenezer Forkuo Amankwaa, Lucy Boyce Kennedy, Edward Hanna, Gregory Patrick Sutton, Bartholomew Hill, Colin Hopkirk
DOI: 10.5194/nhess-26-2897-2026
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References: 32

Abstract

Abstract. Climate-driven hazards like heat and flooding have complex impacts on human health. Most research considers the impact of individual hazards (e.g., heatwaves) on discrete health outcomes (e.g., heatstroke). However, climate-driven hazards often precipitate additional hazards with cumulative health impacts, such as the compound effect of drought and heatwaves on the physical and mental health of farming communities. Little is known about ‘multi-hazard-to-health-outcome’ (MH2O) pathways. We engaged multi-sectorial and international stakeholders through the newly established MH2O Working Group and report our co-developed ten most urgent priorities for guiding research, policy and practice towards preparing our global One Community for future uncertainty.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Climate Change and Health Impacts Nutrition Health and Society Studies Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology

Publication details

Journal / source
Natural hazards and earth system sciences
Publisher
Copernicus GmbH
Volume
26
Issue
6
Pages
2897–2902
Publication date
23 June 2026
Language
EN