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World Health Assembly Day 1 Highlights - May 27, 2025

Originally Published 7 months ago — by World Health Organization (WHO)

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The 78th World Health Assembly approved updates to the Global Action Plan on antimicrobial resistance to be discussed in 2026, aiming for a 10% reduction in deaths by 2030, and also adopted a draft Global Action Plan on climate change and health to promote resilient health systems and integrate health into climate policies. Both initiatives emphasize multisectoral approaches and international collaboration to address pressing global health challenges.

"Empowering Health Professionals: Effective Communication on Climate Change and Health"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by World Health Organization (WHO)

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A new toolkit is designed to assist health professionals in effectively communicating the health risks of climate change and the benefits of climate solutions, as addressing climate change presents an opportunity to promote better health and protect against climate-sensitive diseases. Health professionals can play a unique role in helping communities understand and protect themselves from climate change while realizing the health benefits of climate solutions.