WHO: Climate change threatens human health
Geneva, November 9 (Hibya) - The World Health Organization (WHO) stated that climate change is exacerbating malnutrition, mental health problems and the rise in diseases, while climate action can improve health and save lives.
In a statement, the World Health Organization drew attention to the negative impacts of climate change on human health. It noted that malnutrition, mental health risks and increasing rates of disease are being further aggravated by climate change.
The statement emphasized that communities contributing the least to climate change bear the heaviest burden of its impacts, including health risks. It also stated that investing in clean air, clean energy and sustainable transportation would help protect both the planet and human health.
British News Agency
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