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Capacity of health systems to anticipate, mitigate and manage situations arising from natural and man-made hazards, including biological hazards.

Across Jordan, Iraq, and Lebanon, a joint UN programme is already delivering results by strengthening migrant-inclusive health systems through a single, coordinated approach.

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Rwanda strengthens Ebola preparedness in protected areas

FAO and partners trained over 150 veterinarians, park rangers, park guides, and porters to strengthen their capacities in Ebola Virus Disease preparedness and response.

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Recife - Building Urban Resilience: Latin American Cities Share DRR Strategies at High-Level Panel
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2026 El Niño health risks: Six extreme weather threats facing the Americas

Experts weigh in on health risks from extreme weather and what impacted communities across the Americas could see this year.

Direct Relief
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What measles reveals about health security in Southeast Asia

A measles resurgence shows immunity gaps and is a barometer for health system resilience following the Covid-19 pandemic.

Lowy Institute
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The 2026 World Cup could be the hottest yet

A new analysis finds climate change is increasing the odds of dangerous heat during many 2026 World Cup matches, putting players, fans, and workers at greater risk.

Yale Climate Connections
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Mental health integration guide: a tool for insurers

Developed by the UNEP, the Mental Health Integration Guide: A Tool for Insurers provides a practical framework to help insurers understand and address the links between climate change, mental health and social resilience.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
Research briefs
Study reveals how extreme heat shapes cancer care decisions

Research published in the journal Environmental Research: Climate found that extreme heat is already influencing how people with cancer manage daily life, access care, and make treatment-related decisions.

University of Miami
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The World Cup is one wildfire away from an air quality disaster

FIFA says it's prepared for "climate-related risks" but doesn't appear to have a plan for wildfire smoke, which can be harmful to players and fans.

Grist Magazine
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Climate services for health can save lives – and deliver economic returns. Here's how

Our climate is changing rapidly, and most of the world is not prepared. But with the right tools and climate-smart investments, governments can keep people alive and ensure functioning health systems as these disasters escalate.

World Economic Forum (WEF)
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