China improves early warning systems and emergency response for climate-sensitive diseases.

China is enhancing its medical system's preparedness for climate change by improving early warning systems for climate-sensitive diseases and emergency response capabilities. An action plan aims to construct a monitoring system for diseases affected by climate change and assess its health impacts by next year. The initiative addresses rising extreme weather events like heatwaves and floods, prioritizing health adaptation and risk prevention.

September 20, 2024
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