WHO launches first global indicators to track extreme heat impact on maternal, newborn health

Four UN agencies, led by WHO, released 19 indicators to help governments monitor heat-related health risks for pregnant women and newborns, including preterm births and stillbirths. This is a first-of-its-kind global framework, but its adoption and data collection remain uncertain. The move signals growing institutional recognition of climate-health linkages, potentially influencing future health policy and funding priorities.

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