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Rising temperatures aren’t just an environmental issue—they’re a public health threat. Extreme heat is making physical activity harder, increasing risks of chronic disease, especially in vulnerable regions.

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Attacks on healthcare are no longer isolated incidents—they’re becoming the norm. From Sudan to other conflict zones, hospitals and health workers are increasingly under fire, with devastating consequences for civilians.

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Without agreement on technology transfer and benefit-sharing, the proposed pandemic treaty risks falling short of its core goal: preventing the inequities seen during COVID-19.
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Experts warn that the ripple effects of conflict could reverse years of progress in reducing hunger and improving health outcomes worldwide.

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