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Health & Climate Change: A Call to Action from COP17
The interconnectedness of human health and climate change is undeniable. At COP17 in Durban, South Africa, SeaTrust Institute and Nurses Across the Borders presented a joint NGO report highlighting the crucial role of healthcare workers, particularly nurses, in climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction.
This report underscores:
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The urgent need to empower local communities to participate in developing climate resilience strategies.
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The importance of training healthcare workers in climate change and health, including data surveillance and policy engagement.
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The power of South-North NGO partnerships to bridge local knowledge with global UN processes.
Download the full report here to explore the key findings, recommendations, and proposed actions to strengthen the global response to the health impacts of climate change.