An estimated 13 million deaths a year are due to avoidable environmental causes.
On #WorldHealthDay, here's evidence on the link between human & planetary health to inspire stronger, whole-of-society action ⤵️
Since 2016, @LancetCountdown has been tracking key indicators of the impacts of climate change on health worldwide.
The 2021 report painted a bleak picture—code red for health: hubs.li/H0ZNzkk0
#LancetClimate21 #WorldHealthDay
Extreme heat events are becoming permanent features of summer seasons worldwide.
What are the impacts on health? How can we adapt our environments to reduce related morbidity & mortality?
Find out in a Lancet Series: hubs.li/Q017CQhW0 #WorldHealthDay
Fine particulate matter (PM2·5) is the leading environmental contributor to the global burden of disease.
As trends worsen, the need for strategies that reduce PM2·5 emissions, exposure, & vulnerability grows increasingly urgent.
More: hubs.li/Q017CQY50 #WorldHealthDay
Today, climate change is entwined with a pandemic & war.
Facing multiple crises, how can society embark upon a planetary health agenda for a #HealthierTomorrow?
Our Editorial for #WorldHealthDay ⤵️ hubs.ly/Q017bvLZ0
Gender equality is a necessary foundation for a peaceful, healthy, & sustainable world.
🖥️ On #WorldHealthDay, watch our Lancet webinar on the subject with a panel of expert speakers: hubs.li/Q017bVCM0
#LancetWomen
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