In recent years, there has been increasing concern about the impact of climate change on neurological health and the field of neurocritical care.

Neurocritical care is a specialized area of medicine that focuses on the management of critically ill patients with neurological injuries or illnesses. The effects of climate change, such as extreme weather events, air pollution, and infectious diseases, can exacerbate neurological conditions and complicate the care of these patients.

In this Research Topic, we will explore the intersection of neurocritical care and climate change, highlighting the challenges faced by healthcare professionals in this field and the potential solutions to mitigate the effects of climate change on neurological health. We will feature articles from leading experts in the field, showcasing the latest research on the impacts of climate change on neurocritical care, and sharing innovative approaches to address these challenges.

The goals for this special edition on Neurocritical Care and Climate Change are:

To raise awareness: The first goal is to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on neurological health and the field of neurocritical care. By highlighting the challenges faced by healthcare professionals and patients, we hope to increase understanding of the urgent need to address climate change.

To showcase the latest research: The second goal is to showcase the latest research on the impacts of climate change on neurocritical care. We will feature articles from leading experts in the field, presenting the latest findings on the effects of extreme weather events, air pollution, and infectious diseases on neurological health.

To share innovative approaches: The third goal is to share innovative approaches to mitigate the effects of climate change on neurocritical care. We will feature articles on novel solutions, such as new technologies for monitoring and treating patients, and strategies for adapting to a changing climate.

To inspire action: The fourth and final goal is to inspire action. By providing insights into the critical issue.

The scope of the Research Topic for a Neurocritical Care and Climate Change special edition will include the following themes:

• The impact of extreme weather events on neurological health and neurocritical care: The effects of heatwaves, hurricanes, floods, and wildfires on neurological conditions and the challenges they pose for neurocritical care physicians.
• Air pollution and neurological health: The negative effects of air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular health, as well as the link between air pollution and neurological conditions such as stroke, dementia, and Parkinson's disease.
• Infectious diseases and neurocritical care: The impact of infectious diseases, including those that are climate-sensitive, on neurological health and neurocritical care.
• Innovative solutions for neurocritical care in a changing climate: New technologies, strategies, and policies to adapt neurocritical care to a changing climate and mitigate its impacts on neurological health.

The types of manuscripts that we are interested in include: original research articles, review articles, case reports, commentaries, and perspectives. We welcome contributions from researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and other experts in the field. Manuscripts should be evidence-based, informative, and provide insights into the intersection of neurocritical care and climate change. We encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative thinking to address the complex challenges at the nexus of neurocritical care and climate change.

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