Health for Future Basel
“Climate change is the greatest challenge to global health in the 21st century.” ~ The Lancet, 2015
Who we are
Health for Future is a global movement of people from all health professions who are committed to the concept of planetary health.Our commitment is based on the scientific understanding that climate change poses a major risk to human health. As members of the health sector, we therefore feel a special responsibility toward society to demand climate action and to actively promote it ourselves.
What we want
- Raise awareness among healthcare professionals, the public, and policymakers about the health consequences of the climate crisis.
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Highlight the health benefits of a sustainable lifestyle (so-called “co-benefits,” e.g., a more plant-based diet, non-motorized physical activity).
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Develop plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the health sector (“Green Hospitals”).
- Integrate planetary health content into research and teaching at medical schools.