Delhi often struggles to breathe. So, do Tokyo, Shanghai and Dhaka. Air pollution is estimated to kill 7 million people worldwide each year. The problem is severe and needs immediate action. In August 2022, United Nations General Assembly passed a historic resolution declaring that everyone on the planet has a right to a healthy environment,Continue reading “The Right to Clean Air”
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Climate Change and Superbugs
A recent UNEP report, Bracing for Superbugs, examines the relationship between climate change and superbugs. Antimicrobial products kill or slow the spread of microorganisms. They are an essential tool in battling infectious diseases. However, their effectiveness is now at risk because several antibiotic, antiviral, antiparasitic and antifungal treatments no longer work because of antimicrobial resistanceContinue reading “Climate Change and Superbugs”