Workplan on climate change and health

Abstract

WHO was requested by the 61st World Health Assembly in 2008 to develop and implement a work plan to support member states in the protection of human health from climate change. The Workplan approved by the Executive Board in 2009, orients WHOs priorities to carry out activities in four key areas.

Resource Type

Website

Author

World Health Organization (WHO)

Resource URL

http://www.who.int/globalchange/health_policy/who_workplan/en/

Organization Type

Other gov

Health and Human Impact

Overview/general

Climate and Environmental Impact

Overview/general

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