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From: Pasifika Medical Association Group

This paper uses a scoping methodology that seeks to map all the evidence (in this case within academic and grey literature, such as policy documents) on the health impacts of climate change in Aotearoa New Zealand. The review paid particular attention to the climate processes of concern to health and who, where and what activities (e.g., occupations, tasks) are most vulnerable. In addition to consolidating the academic and grey literature, a scoping review methodology also serves to identify gaps and future research priorities. The review—conducted from February to October 2024—included 61 papers from 2,265 initially screened. In conclusion, the review underscores the importance of responses to climate change–induced health addressing the underlying and intersectional risk factors, which the review surfaced.