Yesterday at COP30 in the Amazonian city of Belem, Brazil unveiled a game-changer: the Belem Health Action Plan – the first global climate adaptation plan focused entirely on health 🌱🏥.
Devised by Brazil's Health Ministry, the plan maps out concrete steps to shield communities from climate threats. From boosting hospitals' flood defenses to training health workers on heatwave response, it's all about making healthcare systems more resilient. The spotlight? Vulnerable groups like Amazonian indigenous people, seniors, and kids, who face the biggest risks.
With climate impacts driving new disease outbreaks and extreme weather events, a health-first approach is vital. Brazil's move sets a fresh standard, inspiring other nations to care for both people and planet. Keep an eye on how this plan rolls out across the Amazon and beyond – health for the win! 🌎❤️
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cgtn.com
