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Croakey Health Media: Hurricane Milton underscores urgent calls for climate action as future of humanity “hangs in the balance”

Australian health leaders are urgently call for phasing out fossil fuels and investing in climate adaptation especially for health systems after the devastation of Hurricane Milton.

Dr. Kate Wylie, ED of Doctors for the Environment Australia, emphasizes that fossil fuel dependence harms human health, “This must be seen as a wake-up call for all governments across our planet.”

The recent State of the Climate report highlights extreme weather risks and warns of impending climate disaster, with many vital signs at record levels.

Key points:

  • Urgent need to phase out fossil fuels for health protection.
  • Investment in climate resilience for health systems is critical.
  • Hurricane Milton exemplifies the severe impact of climate change.
  • Calls for global carbon pricing and reduction in consumption.
  • Climate change may lead to societal collapse and displacement.
  • Climate education is essential for raising awareness and action.

Read the full article in Croakey Health Media

 

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