Thread by @TheLancet

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