Preparing for El Nino’s health impact
Experts from the WHO are meeting to discuss the health risks associated with the El Niño climate phenomenon, including heat-related illnesses and disease outbreaks. The goal is to improve global preparedness and strengthen health system resilience against climate-driven events.
El Niño is a naturally occurring climate phenomenon that can alter weather patterns around the world, increasing the likelihood of extreme heat, drought, flooding, wildfires and severe storms in many regions. These events could impact health, including heat-related illness, waterborne and vector-borne diseases, malnutrition, mental health impacts, and disruptions to essential health services.
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