Breathe Pakistan: WHO estimates 5m deaths globally between 2030-2050 ‘driven by climate change’
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Why in news
The WHO and UN agencies highlighted at the Breathe Pakistan conference that climate change is projected to drive 5 million deaths globally between 2030 and 2050.
Background
The Breathe Pakistan International Climate Change Conference was organized by DawnMedia to discuss climate solutions. The WHO, UNEP, and the United Nations emphasized the health impacts of climate change on women and children.
Facts for Prelims
- FactWHO estimates 5 million deaths globally between 2030-2050 driven by climate change
- BodyUNEP: United Nations Environment Programme
- PostFahmida Khan: Deputy Country Representative of UN Women Pakistan
For Mains
Q. Discuss the nexus between climate change and public health, with a focus on the disproportionate impact on vulnerable populations like women and children.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Health-Climate Nexus: Increased prevalence of vector-borne diseases and heat-related illnesses in warming climates
- Gendered Vulnerability: Limited access to resources and healthcare exacerbating climate risks for women
- Financial Risk Integration: Necessity of incorporating climate risk variables into national and international financial forecasting
Keywords: Climate-Health Nexus · Vulnerable Populations · Climate Risk Assessment · Mitigation Strategies · Environmental Governance
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