Global Health Sector Unprepared for Escalating Climate-Related Health Risks
Recently, a report published by the World Meteorological Organization revealed a significant lack of preparedness in the health sector to counter the escalating impacts of climate-induced extreme weather events.
- By 2030, an anticipated 560 medium- to large-scale disaster events yearly, translating to 1.5 per day, pose a substantial threat to global health.
- Vulnerable countries and populations face severe health impacts from climate change-induced events, including heatwaves, droughts, floods, and wildfires.
- National climate plans (NDCs) increasingly recognize climate change as a threat to human well-being, with mitigation activities emphasizing human health benefits.
- Climate information and services, crucial for reducing disaster ....
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