Experts urge 'global health emergency' as climate harms accelerate

Experts are urging the declaration of a global health emergency due to the accelerating health impacts of climate change. This call comes as heat, drought, and storms linked to climate change continue to claim millions of lives worldwide. The health harms from climate change are escalating faster than ever, with researchers warning that immediate action is needed to mitigate its effects. This could have significant economic implications, particularly for industries and regions most vulnerable to climate-related disasters.

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Climate change is already causing widespread harm and declaring it a global health emergency could lead to increased regulations and costs. This could negatively impact many industries and economies.

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