Source: https://www.aiib.org/en/news-events/media-center/blog/2025/unequal-burden-how-climate-change-impact-women-health.html

Climate change intensifies the spread and impact of water- and vector-borne diseases (WVBDs) like dengue, malaria, diarrhea, leptospirosis and Zika virus by increasing the survival and dispersion of pathogens and vectors, and by disrupting health infrastructure. All humans face some level of exposure. However, not everybody is equally affected. Recent research shows that women are disproportionately exposed to WVBDs mainly due to occupational roles and rigid gender norms. As a result, health outcomes between men and women differ substantially, with severe implications not only for women’s well-being but also for public health in general.