A Declaration on Climate Change and Health

Abstract

As leading public health, disease advocacy and medical organizations, the American Lung Association reiterates their longstanding commitment to addressing climate change as a public health issue. This statement articulates their consensus on the health impacts of climate change and the need for action to protect public health.

Resource Type

Position paper/statement

Author

American Lung Association (ALA)

Resource URL

http://www.lung.org/our-initiatives/healthy-air/outdoor/climate-change/declaration-on-climate-change.html?referrer=https://www.google.com/

Date

June 23, 2015

Institution

American Lung Association

Organization Type

Ngo

Health and Human Impact

Overview/general

Solution

Climate mitigation/GHG reduction

Other

Advocacy Climate action plans Vulnerable populations

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