Global Agencies Introduce Framework to Monitor Extreme Heat's Health Risks on Vulnerable Groups

The WHO, WMO, UNICEF, and UNFPA have launched a new global framework with priority indicators to track the health impacts of extreme heat on pregnant women, newborns, and children. This initiative aims to improve preparedness, surveillance, and response efforts for these highly vulnerable populations. The framework addresses climate-related health risks, emphasizing protection for those most susceptible to heat's adverse effects.