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Health

The impact of heatwaves on health

The temperature recently has risen faster than in any other period on record, leading to an increase in the frequency of so-called "heat waves". These represent a serious threat to the health of the world's population.

Green Spaces and Healthy Eating: A Winning Alliance Against Prediabetes

In the last 30 years, the number of adults with diabetes has tripled in the Americas. By 2050 the cases in the region are expected to increase by 180%.

“One Health” as a pillar of the Loss and Damage Fund

Promoting sustainable practices and awareness of the connection among human health, animal health, and the environment are crucial to mitigating losses and achieving prosperity and sustainability in the Americas.

Is health promotion possible on a planetary scale?

Various international forums and organizations warn of the need to adopt a health perspective that incorporates the challenges of the climate change.

“Heat islands”: a risk for public health

Due to global warming, there is an increase in temperature and heat waves during the summer, rising the number of diseases associated with extreme heat.

A socially constructed water crisis in Uruguay

Coauthor Micaela Trimble Since the end of April, more than half of Uruguayans have faced water problems in quantity and quality.