The World Health Assembly , the decision-making body of the World Health Organization , determines the policies and strategies for tackling global health challenges -- including malaria and antimicrobial resistance -- through international collaboration, vaccine development, and equitable distribution of treatments and preventive measures.
In Uganda, prolonged heavy rainfall is linked with increasing malaria outbreaks. Increased engagement is needed on the impact of climate alongside investment into projects that seek to build resilience against outbreaks through improved surveillance to inform early warning systems.
During WHA77, member states will negotiate and aim to adopt a formal resolution on climate change and health. If passed, this resolution will outline actions for countries and the WHO to address the health impacts of climate change. Importantly, WHA delegates will have the opportunity to hear from partners, civil society and subject experts to discuss priorities and strategies at a WHO-hosted roundtable focusing on climate change and health on 1 June.