WHO appoints Vanessa Kerry special envoy for health resilience
WHO appointed Dr Vanessa Kerry as the Director-General’s Special Envoy for Health Resilience. The role focuses on health systems’ ability to withstand climate change and emergencies.
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WHO appointed Dr Vanessa Kerry as the Director-General’s Special Envoy for Health Resilience. The role focuses on health systems’ ability to withstand climate change and emergencies.
WHO announced the appointment on 9 September. Kerry had previously been the organization’s first special envoy for climate change and health.
The role includes working with governments and partners to advocate resilient health systems, sustainable financing and support aligned with national priorities.
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WHO appoints Vanessa Kerry special envoy for health resilience
WHO appointed Dr Vanessa Kerry as the Director-General’s Special Envoy for Health Resilience. The role focuses on health systems’ ability to withstand climate change and emergencies.
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