National Climate Change Action Plan for Public Health
- Date of publication: 2019
- Author: Ministry of Health
- Language: English
- Type: Document
- Page: 46
The Ministry of Health has taken necessary measures to address the risks of climate variability and change on public health, which is a highly vulnerable sector to climate change. The impacts of climate induced events, such as severe floods, droughts and windstorms, have negative effects on public health and the economy of Cambodia. The Vector-borne diseases, particularly malaria and dengue remain a significant health risk in Cambodia.
The preparation of the National Climate Change Action Plan for Public Health (NCCAPPH) 2019-2023 is a continuous effort in addition to the implementation of projects and programmes to address the climate change in public health. The NCCAPPH is aligned with the Health Strategy Plan Three, the Cambodia Climate Change Strategic Plan 2014-2023, and other relevant national development plans.
