Safeguarding Health from Climate Change: Uniting for Resilience and Action
Climate change is the biggest global health threat of the 21st century. It transcends environmental paradigms, encompassing vital public health dimensions. The escalation of extreme weather phenomena—heatwaves, floods, droughts, wildfires—ushers in substantial health risks to humanity. These climatic adversities disproportionately burden vulnerable communities and amplify existing health disparities.
This symposium convenes an alliance of global stakeholders: environmental health experts, climate scientists, public health leaders, government officials, and others, to share the latest knowledge and experiences. Together, we will discuss the health impacts of climate change, with a particular emphasis on vulnerable populations. We will also explore the adaptation and mitigation strategies within the context of carbon neutrality, aiming to safeguard population health and well-being. Moreover, by emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration, we aim to cultivate innovative solutions for mitigating and adapting to the health risks of climate change throughout all stages of life, thereby strengthening resilience for a more robust and healthier future.
Technical information:
- The symposium takes place on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 11.00 am to 1.30 pm.
- The symposium takes place at the Hôtel Fairmont, Quai du Mont-Blanc 19 in Geneva.
- The symposium will be held face-to-face in English only.
- Due to the limited number of places available for the symposium (50), a confirmation of your registration will be sent to you.
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