Strengthening the climate resilience of health systems in Africa
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Date
2024
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Volume Title
Publisher
Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) and The Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS)
Sponsorship
The Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS)
Abstract
Africa is warming rapidly, in some regions at twice the speed of the planet as a whole. This is expected to intensify aridity on the continent, although uncertainties persist regarding rainfall patterns. More frequent and enduring droughts, unprecedentedly intense heatwaves and disastrous flooding events are predicted. African healthcare systems will have to contend with these developments. To help them do so there is a need for a multidisciplinary approach that combines legislative frameworks, accurate scientific evidence, community and indigenous knowledge, and innovative ideas.
In March 2024, the UK Academy of Medical Sciences, and the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) held a 2-day workshop, exploring adaptation and resilience strategies required for the strengthening of health systems in Africa in the face of climate change, providing opportunities for participants to discuss research and policy needs.
The workshop provided insights into the current state of climate change adaptation and resilience within the healthcare sector, emphasising the critical role of robust research in informing evidence-based policy implementation for enhanced resilience in Africa’s future. During keynote addresses and breakout sessions, workshop participants engaged in discussions exploring research gaps and opportunities aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of interventions and approaches within the key tracks of Policy, Research, Data and Community Engagement.
Description
24 Pages
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Citation
Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf) AND The Academy of Medical Sciences (AMS), (2024). Strengthening the climate resilience of health systems in Africa. Proceedings report
Peer review status
Non-Peer Reviewed