The effect of climate change upon the health sector is evidenced in the growth of vector-and water-borne diseases. Other projected health issues are the result of changes in [...], population displacement and stresses caused by economic disruption.

Those who are displaced because of climate-related land loss will have to face not only the economic hardship associated with relocation in some instances significant but also the psychological distress of dislocation.

Increased settlements along coastal areas also put additional pressure on already diminishing agricultural and fishery resources in the urban areas. Those who live in coastal areas amongst tropical vegetation, tidal mudflats and mangroves are at increased risk from vector-borne diseases and complications from wounds and tropical ulcers. The resettlement of rural villagers in urban areas is also creating sub-standard conditions in some areas, with poor sanitation and overcrowded housing contributing to the spread of communicable diseases.