Countries pledge to promote climate-modest health care at COP26 United Nations Climate Conference

At the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Glasgow, a group of 50 nations pledged to develop climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems.

The governments of these 50 countries, which are among the world’s most vulnerable to climate change and have the highest carbon emissions, are determined to take concrete steps to create health systems that are resilient to climate change.

Forty-five of these countries are committed to changing their health systems for more sustainable and lower carbon emissions. By 2050 or so, 14 carbon emissions are set to reach zero.

The covenants were fulfilled as one person. COP26 Health ProgramDamage to health care by the UK government, the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and health groups.

“The future of health needs to be built not only on health systems that can withstand epidemics, epidemics and other emergencies, but also on the impact of climate change on climate change and the burden of various diseases related to air pollution.” Speak up.

“Health systems should be part of the solution by reducing carbon emissions. We appreciate countries that are committed to building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems and look forward to seeing more and more people follow their lead in the near future.”

Countries that have pledged to achieve low carbon and sustainable health systems include Argentina, Fiji, Malawi, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, the United States of America, and 39 others. Bangladesh, Ethiopia, the Maldives, the Netherlands and 45 other countries have pledged to increase their resilience to climate change.

The Fiji government, for example, is building climate-resilient health infrastructure, strengthening health workers and maintaining health, leading to a shortage of rainwater, floods and sea levels, and a shortage of drinking water due to salt water. Care facilities with sustainable energy services.

“The message from the World Health Organization and the World Health Organization is clear: Climate change is a big health challenge and we need to take action now. I am really pleased to see that many countries are prioritizing this COP26 health program and their needs. European and US Secretary of State Wendy Morton’s strong leadership in the health sector is crucial to protect our people from the effects of climate change by increasing the resilience of health systems and reducing emissions in the health sector. In the UK Office of Foreign, Commonwealth and Development.

The country’s commitment comes from behind World Health Organization study, Launched this week, shows that most countries now include health in their national climate plan with the Paris Agreement, but plans still do not have detailed health measures or support mechanisms.

“These words of government are an example of the growing global health movement for climate change. Doctors, nurses, hospitals, health systems and health ministries around the world are reducing their impact on climate change, becoming stronger and supporting the right transition from health to carbon dioxide civilization,” he said. Program Director Josh Carliner said: And a health care strategy without injury.

In addition to national commitments, 54 institutions from 21 countries have joined the UNFCC, representing more than 14,000 hospitals and health centers. Competition to zero And is committed to achieving net zero emissions.

A large number of health leaders are taking part in the COP26 United Nations Conference on Climate Change, with more than 45 million health professionals representing two-thirds of the world’s health professionals signing a letter urging governments to take stronger action. Communities around the world are already responding to the effects of climate change. “

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Note to editors

About the COP26 Health Program

Health has been selected by the UK Government for COP26 as one of the three priority areas of science. As part of the COP26 Health Program, President of COP26 It is working with WHO
Health care without harm (HCWH) and UNFCCC Climate Championships To engage countries and stakeholders on climate and health.

The COP26 Health Program was created to bring strong health attention and aspirations to COP26. Initiatives under the COP26 Health Program include:

• Build health systems that are resilient to climate change.
• Develop low-carbon sustainable health systems.
• Adaptation Research for Health.
• Incorporate health priorities into contributions at the national level.
• Raise the voice of health professionals by advocating for a strong commitment to climate change.

As part of COP26 Health Initiative, countries are committed to conducting climate change assessments and health risk assessments and developing national health adaptation plans.

In the second phase of the program, high-interest / high-income countries in the Emirate are determined to determine the target date for developing a net zero-emission health system and a sustainable low-carbon health system.

The latter is important for global reduction efforts. The health sector accounts for 10 percent of global GDP and contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for about 4.6%.

Country commitment

A list of all national commitments is available on the WHO website. over here.

Countries that have joined the COP26 Health Program include:

• Argentina
• Bahamas
• Bahrain
• Bangladesh
• Belgium
• Belize
• Bhutan
• Cape Verde
• Central African Republic
• Chile
• Colombia
• Costa Rica
• Dominican Republic
• Egypt
• Ethiopia
• Fiji
• Germany
• Ghana
• Indonesia
• Ireland
• Jamaica
• Jordan
• Kenya
• Lao PDR
• Madagascar
• Malawi
• Maldives
• Morocco
• Mozambique
• Nepal
• Netherlands
• Nigeria
• Norway
• Oman
• Pakistan
• Panama
• Peru
• Rwanda
• Sao Tome and Principe
• Sierra Leone
• Spain
• Sri Lanka
• Tanzania
• to go
• Tunisia
• Uganda
• United Arab Emirates
• England
• United States of America
• Yemen

Country Quotes

“The health benefits of climate change are well-established and strongly advocate for change.” Director of Public Health Dr. Moreini Alex-Okoh, MOH Nigeria.

“The Government of Malawi recognizes the critical role of the health sector in the success of COP26 and is committed to strengthening the resilience of its health systems and is committed to contributing to the goals of Paris by developing low-carbon health systems.” Kumbize Candodo Chiponda, Minister of Health Malawi.

“Climate change has a major impact on the public health of Sao Tome and Principe, urgently needed integrated action and community engagement, low carbon emissions and increased resilience.” – Edgar Manuel Agustinho Azevedo das Neves, Minister of Health, Sao Tome and Principe.

“In the midst of the epidemic, we had to recover from adverse weather events and control its effects. [It] It has shown us that health systems and facilities are the key to protecting people from the dangers we face… and now is the time to develop a more secure and sustainable and inclusive future. Honorable. Ifereimi Waqainabet, Minister of Health and Medical Services, Fiji.

“This commitment is an important step in continuing our efforts and accelerating the implementation of remedial and mitigation measures,” said Fonpaus Onafom, director of the Department of Hygiene and Health Promotion at the Ministry of Health. Lao PDR

“Maldives Health Sector is fully committed to implementing the National Green Climate Smart Hospital Policy and Strategy to establish a climate-resilient health system with energy-efficient services and low carbon footprint.” Ahmed Nasim, Minister of Health Maldives.

“The Ministry of Health and Defense, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), has developed a comprehensive adaptation plan for the sector. United Arab Emirates.

“Climate change is a recent health crisis in Nepal and a moral issue for the basic rights of Nepali people to use good health. Commitment to working together in building systems is crucial: Health and population,
Nepal.