Webinar: Air Pollution and Hearth Health / 19 April 2024, 10:00-12:00pm (ET)
Webinar: Air Pollution and Hearth Health / 19 April 2024, 10:00-12:00pm (ET) Pan American Health Organization
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Context
This webinar is jointly organized by the Climate Change and Environmental Determinants of Health Unit, which belongs to PAHO’s Department of Social and Environmental Determinants for Health Equity, and the Subregional Coordination Program for the Caribbean (SPB-CRB), WHO Air Quality, Energy and Health Unit, and the World Health Federation.
The event will be held via Zoom on 19th April 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm (ET).
Background
Nearly 7 million people die every year due to exposure to air pollution. Almost all these deaths (85%) are attributable to non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including heart disease, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and lung cancer.
Health sector leadership is required to address this issue, developing comprehensive approaches that acknowledge air pollution as one of the risks factors for NCDs.
Purpose
The main objectives of this webinar are to inform the medical community about the correlation between air pollution and cardiovascular health, and to introduce newly developed PAHO/WHO educational materials on air pollution and health for the health workforce. Thus, this session will provide valuable inputs to both the NCDs and air pollution communities to achieve multiple benefits and maximize cooperation.
How to join
- DATE: Friday, 19 April 2024
- TIME: 10:00am – 12:00pm (ET, Washington DC time).
- PLATFORM: Zoom.
- OTHER TIME ZONES: Mexico (8:00am), Jamaica, Panama (9:00am), Argentina, Brasilia (11:00am).
AGENDA
Welcome and remarks
Dean Chambliss, PAHO/WHO Subregional Programme Director for the Caribbean.
Mark Miller, WHF Air Pollution Expert Group, Chair.
Air Pollution and NCDs: Evidence and Trends for the Caribbean
Kerolyn Shairsingh, WHO consultant. Air Quality, Energy and Health Unit.
Building the Health Workforce Capacity: WHO Air Pollution and Health Training
Samantha Pegoraro, WHO technical officer. Air Quality, Energy and Health Unit.
Training Module: PAHO/WHO Cardiovascular Diseases and Air Pollution
Rajesh Vedanthan, Air Pollution Expert Group, WHF.
Q&A Session
Moderator: Mark Miller, WHF.
Integrating Air Pollution into NCDs. Action on Air Pollution for Cardiovascular Health
Kelcey Armstrong-Walenczak, Policy and Advocacy Manager, WHF.
Air Quality and Health: Opportunities for Action
Juan J. Castillo, Air Quality and Health Regional Advisor, PAHO.
Q&A Session
Moderator: Gloria Giraldo, Non-communicable Disease and Mental Health Advisor, PAHO.
Conclusion and Next Steps
Gloria Giraldo, Non-communicable Disease and Mental Health Advisor, PAHO.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
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SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.
- Indicator: Number of deaths and illnesses attributed to air pollution.
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SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.
- Indicator: Ambient air pollution levels in cities.
The article addresses two SDGs:
1. SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
The article highlights the issue of air pollution and its impact on health. It mentions that nearly 7 million people die every year due to exposure to air pollution, with most of these deaths attributable to non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as heart disease, stroke, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and lung cancer. This aligns with SDG 3, which aims to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
Targets:
- Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination.
Indicators:
- Number of deaths and illnesses attributed to air pollution.
2. SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
The article emphasizes the need to address air pollution as one of the risk factors for NCDs and calls for comprehensive approaches to tackle this issue. This relates to SDG 11, which aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable.
Targets:
- Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management.
Indicators:
- Ambient air pollution levels in cities.
Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
| SDGs | Targets | Indicators |
|---|---|---|
| SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being | Target 3.9: By 2030, substantially reduce the number of deaths and illnesses from hazardous chemicals and air, water, and soil pollution and contamination. | Number of deaths and illnesses attributed to air pollution. |
| SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities | Target 11.6: By 2030, reduce the adverse per capita environmental impact of cities, including by paying special attention to air quality and municipal and other waste management. | Ambient air pollution levels in cities. |
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Source: paho.org
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