World Meteorological Organization’s Post

Climate change can exacerbate the spread and impact of vector-borne diseases, making it crucial to implement effective public health measures and adaptation strategies to mitigate these risks. #ClimateChange

Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay 2024! #Climatechange and the crises it triggers have long been recognised as clear #health emergencies. The growing trends of climate-triggered heatwaves, storms and drought, sea-level rise, food insecurity all lead to more deaths and disability from noncommunicable diseases (NCDs), health emergencies, vector-borne diseases as well as #mentalhealth impacts. By prioritizing equity in investments in healthy adaptation and mitigation measures, we can protect both the planet and human well-being. Last week, the World Health Assembly brought global health leaders together to address climate change, galvanizing a commitment to work together in a new resolution. Together we can ensure a healthier, more resilient future for all. WHA77 Strategic Roundtable and resolution: https://lnkd.in/dFym8MRM

Around 3.6bn people live in places where their health and healthcare systems are threatened by extreme heat, drought, flooding and sea-level rises, made worse by climate change. This policy brief developed by FHI 360, Mott MacDonald, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London, the UK Health Security Agency and Wolfe Global calls on leaders to take urgent action to build climate resilient and equitable healthcare systems.  #ClimateAction #ResilientHealthcare 

Around 3.6bn people live in places where their health and healthcare systems are threatened by extreme heat, drought, flooding and sea-level rises, made worse by climate change. This policy brief developed by FHI 360, Mott MacDonald, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, U. of London, the UK Health Security Agency and Wolfe Global calls on leaders to take urgent action to build climate resilient and equitable healthcare systems.  #ClimateAction #ResilientHealthcare 

Interesting article by @Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, that highlights community health workers’ (#CHWs) experiences navigating the effects of #ClimateChange. Many CHWs shared the connection they see between climate disasters and the prevalence of existing infectious diseases and new pathogens. To support these CHWs, the global health community needs to invest in strong, resilient #HealthSystems that are responsive to the needs of both patients and health workers. Check out the article here- https://ow.ly/QtVT30sApsW

Shocking statistic 👇 . . . Did you know a staggering 1.7 billion people globally drink water contaminated with fecal matter? This shocking statistic, from the World Health Organization (WHO), highlights a major global health crisis. Even worse, over 2 billion people live in water-stressed countries. The consequences of limited and unsafe water are dire, especially for children. Microbial contamination from fecal matter in drinking water leads to a spread of waterborne illnesses like diarrhea, cholera, and even death. Diarrhoeal diseases alone, caused by unsafe water and sanitation, claim the lives of approximately 505,000 children under 5 each year. This preventable tragedy demands immediate action. The good news? We can make a difference! Here's how: 👉Support clean water initiatives: Organizations are working to bring safe water to communities. 👉Advocate for sustainable water management: Let's ensure this precious resource lasts. 👉Spread awareness: Share this post and use #CleanWaterForAll to spark conversation. Let's remember that access to clean water is not just a privilege! Source: UN-Water. Summary progress update 2021: SDG 6 – water and sanitation for all. https://lnkd.in/ex7zGeJz #Clara #ClarainAction #WaterCrisis #GlobalHealth #CleanWaterForAll #UNSDG #SDG6

Interesting that the chronic health issues of a #destabilizingclimate might not make it to the board room but hopefully the acute threats will drive some attention. In 2024, we expect that the economic and financial costs of adverse #healthimpacts from climate change will attract greater attention from governments and companies. Risks related to the spread of infectious and vector-borne disease, access to sufficient high-quality water and food, and the direct health impacts of extreme weather events are all heightened as temperatures rise. #Drowning is indeed a public health issue! Read more about the key trends we see driving sustainability discussions forward in 2024: https://ow.ly/1beO50QxZ09

#climatechange is affecting every scale of every component of every ecosystem. There are many direct and indirect challenges, feedback loops, unseen consequences etc to consider in the context of #NTDs. Only by acting together across communities, sectors, disciplines, organisations and political parties can we overcome such a complex and seemingly intangible challenge. #beatntds #uhc #climatecrisis #climatesolutions

Interesting article by @Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, that highlights community health workers’ (#CHWs) experiences navigating the effects of #ClimateChange. Many CHWs shared the connection they see between climate disasters and the prevalence of existing infectious diseases and new pathogens. To support these CHWs, the global health community needs to invest in strong, resilient #HealthSystems that are responsive to the needs of both patients and health workers. Check out the article here- https://ow.ly/NAgU30sAlbo

Interesting article by @Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, that highlights community health workers’ (#CHWs) experiences navigating the effects of #ClimateChange. Many CHWs shared the connection they see between climate disasters and the prevalence of existing infectious diseases and new pathogens. To support these CHWs, the global health community needs to invest in strong, resilient #HealthSystems that are responsive to the needs of both patients and health workers. Check out the article here- https://ow.ly/3QA630sAmNO