The strongly negative correlation between poverty and health has long been known. Poverty and social and economic inequality have been clearly demonstrated to be causal factors in poor health.
Like other human rights, it has a particular concern for the disadvantaged, the marginalized and those living in poverty. It requires an effective, inclusive health system of good quality.
The links between climate, poverty and health are clear. The climate crisis is a health-risk multiplier. Extreme weather events are devastating health globally. By 2030, climate's negative health ...
The poorest have also suffered disproportionate losses in health and education with devastating consequences. CHAPTER 1. Global Poverty: The Greatest Setback in Decades 2020 saw the biggest setback to ...