Australia’s 2035 emissions target of 62–70% shows progress, but stronger action is needed to protect health, communities, and ecosystems, and secure a safe, sustainable future.

FINAL CALL: Survey closes today Are you dealing with the health impacts of climate change, and the health benefits of climate change action, in your community, your work, or your daily life? We want to hear from you ⬇️ lancetcountdown.org/news/consult...

Do you work to drive progress on health and climate change? If you are shaping health and climate change policies, leading programmes, or making decisions that impact lives - we want to hear from you. Deadline September 1st ⬇️ lancetcountdown.org/news/consult...

🌏 Welcome to the Lancet Countdown Oceania! Part of the global @lancetcountdown.bsky.social initiative, we track how climate change is shaping health across Australia, New Zealand & the Pacific, delivering policy-relevant evidence to drive climate action. 🌊 🔗 lancetcountdown.org/oceania/

🚨 'G20 take note: Climate adaptation today will ensure Africa’s thriving future' As the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction group meet, protecting lives & livelihoods through climate adaptation must be high on their agenda. ✍️ Prof Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi: mg.co.za/thought-lead...

🚨 Call for collaborators 🚨 ✍️ We're inviting expressions of interest from academic institutions, scientific bodies, and medical/health professional organisations to co-develop policy products - using our climate and health data to inform policy action. More info: lancetcountdown.org/news/call-fo...

Congratulations to Dr Arunima Malik - one of our formidable Lancet Countdown authors - who has been announced as the Frontiers Planet Prize International Champion. Arunima's award-winning work examined global trade 's influence on the UN SDGs ⬇️ www.frontiersplanetprize.org

We’re proud to announce our new independent Board for the Lancet Countdown, chaired by Rt Hon @helenclarknz.bsky.social The Board brings global expertise in scientific research, finance, diplomacy, and strategic engagement - guiding us into a new chapter

🚨 New commentary in @thelancet.bsky.social warns that the US administration's moves to dismantle climate action are endangering decades of progress. What must we do now? 🔎 Advance climate science 🤝 Promote knowledge sharing 🌎 Strengthen international collaboration www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

This #EarthDay, the Lancet Countdown launches its Africa Centre, led by Prof Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi and based at the University of Pretoria. The centre will engage academic researchers in Africa to deliver locally-led health and climate change research ⬇️ lancetcountdown.org/news/lancet-...

📰 Climate change is triggering extreme allergy events Read more about how "thunderstorm asthma", exacerbated by higher pollen levels, is affecting our health. 🗣️ Featuring @countdownoceania.bsky.social Director, Prof Paul Beggs www.bbc.co.uk/future/artic...

🔔 NEW in the Medical Journal of Australia The 2024 report of the MJA–Lancet Countdown on health and climate change: Australia emerging as a hotspot for litigation OPEN ACCESS buff.ly/K4rIZ1F @thelancet.bsky.social @lancetcountdown.bsky.social

Closing on Monday! ➡️ lancetcountdown.org/join-our-team/

Fantastic to see images from our Visualising Air Pollution collection, in collaboration with @cleanairfund.bsky.social, on display at the @who.int Second Global Conference on #AirPollution and Health in Cartagena, Colombia. climatevisuals.org/air-pollutio...

Today is the day! With the unstoppable @drmarianeira.bsky.social, the Deputy Mayor of London @metecoban92.bsky.social, and the support from the gov od Colombia, moving towards real commitments to save millions of lives at the @who.int second Global Conference on Air Pollution and Health.

Clean Air from #fossilfuel phase out is saving lives: Glimmer of of hope in @lancetcountdown.bsky.social @marinaromanello.bsky.social : Coal phase-out since 2016 rapidly delivered 150,000 fewer deaths per year. Huge potential for govts to copy. #BreatheLife @drmarianeira.bsky.social @who.int

🔎 New research gives important insights on public engagement with health & climate change @thelancetplanet.bsky.social www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... 🗺️ Engagement highest in low- & middle-income countries 🩺 Greater engagement with health & climate change than with other intersecting issues

💨 We can reap major health benefits from cleaner air. Our experts found that a reduction in coal-related pollution has already contributed significantly to a reduction in deaths attributable to fossil fuel-derived PM2.5

🚨 We're looking for a Research Fellow to join our team! 📊 Are you an early career researcher with quantitative & geospatial data analysis skills? This could be the role for you: lancetcountdown.org/join-our-team/ 📍 Location: London 💰 Salary: £43,374–£51,860 ⏳ Deadline: 7 April

💨 We can reap major health benefits from cleaner air. Our experts found that a reduction in coal-related pollution has already contributed significantly to a reduction in deaths attributable to fossil fuel-derived PM2.5

Check out our collection of reports, research and data on the impact of #AirPollution on #PublicHealth by organisations we're proud to support: @lancetcountdown.bsky.social @gchalliance.bsky.social @worldheart.org @rcpch.bsky.social @rcphysicians.bsky.social @drmarianeira.bsky.social bit.ly/3FwDf43

In our new comment on behalf of the @countdowneurope.bsky.social, we reflect on the role of Europe in safeguarding the health of our planet and societies in an "America first" era. ⤵️ Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

Thrilled to be once again in Kigali, for #AHAIC2025, focusing on addressing the socio ecological dynamics of health. Thank you #Amref for such a wonderful conference Speaking on plenary 2 at 4pm local time, come say hello if you are around!

📢New opportunity! We are looking for a policy analyst to help ensure the Global Lancet Countdown's research can help advance sound, evidence-based progress in international climate change and health policy procseses Find out more below!

We're hiring! We're recruiting for a Policy Analyst to join the Lancet Countdown's global secretariat in London, to help advance international policy action on climate change and public health. Deadline: 11 March 2025 Find out more ⤵️ lancetcountdown.org/join-our-team/

Really grateful to be (unexpectedly) awarded the 2024 Barcelona City Award in the category of Environmental and Earth Sciences 🌱 alongside my dear colleague and mentor @drrachellowe.bsky.social for our work on climate and health with the Lancet Countdown Europe! www.barcelona.cat/barcelonacul...

🎥 Missed the launch? Watch it now! 🎥 The launch event of the 2024 Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Report underscored that SIDS are bearing the brunt of climate impacts, while offering insights on what must come next to secure a healthy future. lancetcountdown.org/news/watch-b...

STARTING NOW! Hear from experts on the health implications of climate change in Small Island Developing States, with the latest data from the inaugural Lancet Countdown SIDS report. Register now to join the launch event ⬇️ us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Admirable la claridad, articulación y sensibilidad a lo local de Stella Hartinger en representación de @lancetcountdown.bsky.social en el seminario regional sobre NDCs en Sudamérica

HAPPENING TOMORROW! Hear from Lancet Countdown Small Island Developing States experts on the health implications of climate change in SIDS, with the latest data from the inaugural Lancet Countdown SIDS report. Register now to join the launch event ⬇️ us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

What does climate change mean for disease transmission? 🦟 Changing precipitation patterns and rising temperatures are favouring the transmission of deadly infectious diseases. Read our latest report on health and climate change: lancetcountdown.org/2024-report/ #LancetClimate24

Out now: First comprehensive study on health and climate change in Small Island Developing States Register now to join the launch event ⬇️ 📆 6 February 2025 ⏰ 16:30 EST (Jamaica) lancetcountdown.org/news/out-now...

Out now: First comprehensive study on health and climate change in Small Island Developing States Register now to join the launch event ⬇️ 📆 6 February 2025 ⏰ 16:30 EST (Jamaica) lancetcountdown.org/news/out-now...

Each fraction of a degree of warming brings devastating health consequences - from life-threatening extreme weather events to the transmission of infectious diseases in previously unaffected areas. Action today is critical to secure a thriving future. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

What does climate change have to do with wildfires? Our latest research finds that the risk of wildfires is growing due to higher temperatures and more frequent and intense droughts linked to climate change. Explore the data: lancetcountdown.org/explore-our-...

People are facing record-breaking health threats due to climate inaction, including continued investment in fossil fuels and lagging funding for action to protect health, finds the latest @lancetcountdown.bsky.social report led by Dr Marina Romanello at IGH.

New year, new job? We are recruiting for three positions, with deadlines for application in early 2025. Join our mission to inform climate and health action with the latest science. More information: lancetcountdown.org/join-our-team/

NEW PUBLICATION! Japan is expected to unveil new national climate commitments, known as NDCs, in early 2025. In collaboration with leading experts in Japan, this document presents priority actions for Japan to secure a healthy future, supported by our data. lancetcountdown.org/country-reso...

Meet the Leadership Lancet Countdown Europe is now directed by Cathryn Tonne @isglobal.org & Joacim Rocklöv @Heidelberg University for 2024-28, w Research Fellows José Chen & Hedi Kriit. They will lead the indicator reports & policy efforts. Stay tuned. @ctonne.bsky.social @joacimrocklov.bsky.social

📊 NEW HEALTH AND CLIMATE RESEARCH First comprehensive study on health and climate change in small island developing states shows lack of climate action is endangering lives and livelihoods - despite island states spearheading international attention on the topic www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

As the Lancet Countdown enters a new phase of work tracking the connections between health and climate change, we are recruiting for multiple positions. Find out more about the roles and the application process ⬇️ lancetcountdown.org/join-our-team/

Climate-health-small island developing states nexus. Worth a read - @lancetcountdown.bsky.social inaugural #SIDS report. Highlights high vulnerability w.r.t. health impacts of climate change & importance of climate finance. Glad to contribute w/ @shourodasgupta.bsky.social on food security indicator

📊 NEW HEALTH AND CLIMATE RESEARCH First comprehensive study on health and climate change in small island developing states shows lack of climate action is endangering lives and livelihoods - despite island states spearheading international attention on the topic www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

"We pull our hair out every year," says @marinaromanello.bsky.social of the @lancetcountdown.bsky.social. Countries keep investing in #fossilfuels despite the clear evidence it's destroying the #climate. onehealthtrust.org/news-media/p...

The Lancet Countdown's first assessment of climate change and health in SIDS is now out! Showing the disproportionate impact of climate change in small island states, who have contributed minimally to this crisis. Read below

The 2024 Small Island Developing States Report of the Lancet Countdown is out now, revealing SIDS are disproportionately affected by the adverse health impacts of climate change, despite collectively low emissions. Read the report now: www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

⚡ OUT NOW ⚡ 1️⃣st comprehensive study on health and climate change in small island developing states shows lack of climate action is endangering lives and livelihoods - despite island states spearheading international attention on climate and health www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...

🚨 Next week 🚨 Our Small Island Developing States centre publishes the first comprehensive scientific assessment of climate change and health in island states in the Pacific, Caribbean, and Atlantic, Indian Ocean, and South China Sea regions. 👀 In @thelancet.bsky.social Global Health, 9 December 🗓️

RECRUITING: Could you lead our work on health and climate change in Africa? 🌍 Steer the direction of our research in Africa 👥 Build regional representation in upcoming centre 📝 Inform a health-centred climate change response Find out more: lancetcountdown.org/news/vacancy...

⏰ Starting now! The Iran launch of the 2024 Report of the Lancet Countdown. Hear the latest evidence on climate change and health, with expert speakers. Join here: gildrc.iums.ac.ir/%D8%A7%D8%AE...