The Lancet Countdown's ninth report highlights unprecedented threats to health from climate change, with heat-related deaths surging by 167%, exposing vulnerabilities globally.
Dr. Marina Romanello emphasized that the relentless growth of fossil fuels exacerbates the health impacts of climate change, jeopardizing recent public health progress worldwide.
In 2023, extreme drought affected 48% of global land, causing 151 million people to face moderate or severe food insecurity, risking malnutrition.
This report shows that high temperatures led to a record 6% more hours of lost sleep in 2023, negatively impacting mental and physical health.
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