G20 Health Working Group Discusses Climate Change & Health Impacts, Focuses On One-Health Framework

India's G20 presidency seeks to explore digital health innovations and solutions to facilitate universal health coverage and improve healthcare service delivery.

During the G20 Health Working Group meeting, the potential consequences of climate change on health and its broader impact were highlighted. ( Image Source :Getty )

The third Health Working Group meeting of the G20, held in Hyderabad, witnessed detailed discussions on the implications of climate change on health, with a specific focus on anti-microbial resistance and the importance of adopting the "One-Health" framework. The meeting, taking place from June 4 to 6, emphasized India's G20 presidency priorities in the health field.

India's G20 Priorities: Health Emergencies And Strengthening Cooperation

One of the primary priorities of India's G20 presidency is to prevent, prepare for, and respond to health emergencies, with a particular emphasis on combating anti-microbial resistance and promoting the One-Health framework. This framework recognizes the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health, advocating for a comprehensive and collaborative approach.

Another crucial priority is enhancing cooperation in the pharmaceutical sector, with a focus on ensuring access to safe, effective, and affordable medical countermeasures. 

India's G20 presidency also seeks to explore digital health innovations and solutions to facilitate universal health coverage and improve healthcare service delivery.

Climate Change And Health

During the G20 Health Working Group meeting, Dr V K Paul, Member (Health) of NITI Aayog, highlighted the potential consequences of climate change on health and its broader impact on human development and economics. He emphasized the need for a collective response to address emerging health emergencies, including new infections in previously unaffected regions and those triggered by extreme temperatures and floods.

Within the G20, the Health Working Group is specifically focusing on the impact of climate change on the "One-Health" system, which considers the interdependencies between human, animal, and environmental health. Participants acknowledged the menace of anti-microbial resistance, which originates from the overuse of antibiotics in humans and animals and the presence of anti-microbial residues in the environment.

Dr Paul said the consensus among participants regarding the significance of the One-Health approach and its application in responding to health emergencies. He stressed the importance of high-quality surveillance, timely data sharing, and the development of collective countermeasures within specific timeframes to effectively address these challenges.

While acknowledging the inevitability of health emergencies, Dr Paul emphasized that the One-Health approach offers solutions for prevention, preparedness, and response to unforeseen health challenges. He called for collaborative efforts across sectors to effectively implement these strategies.

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