Briefing, Evidence | 2011Descriptive resource
Transport (road transport) : shared interests in sustainable outcomes
"In depth report of co-benefits using transport as the entry point. Goal 1. Sustainable transport systems enhance economic development, while minimizing potential negative impacts -Transport should support the efficient movement of people, goods and services to contribute to economic development and...
Language(s): EN | Geographic Scope: Global | Author/Publisher: WHO
Briefing | 2011Descriptive resource
Housing: shared interests in health and development
"By providing information on other sectors’ agendas and policy approaches, and their health impacts, and by illustrating areas for potential collaboration, the Social Determinants of Health Sectoral Briefing Series (the Series) aims to encourage more systematic dialogue and problem solving, and...
Language(s): EN | Geographic Scope: Global | Author/Publisher: WHO
Overview | 2011Descriptive resource
Health in the green economy : health co-benefits of climate change mitigation - housing sector
This document is part of WHO’s Health in the green economy series. It describes how many climate change measures can be “win-wins” for people and the planet. These policies can yield large, immediate public health benefits while reducing the upward trajectory of greenhouse gas emissions. The...
Language(s): EN | Geographic Scope: Country | Author/Publisher: WHO
Toolkit | 2010Action oriented
Urban HEART: Urban Health Equity Assessment and Response Tool
The tool guides users through a standardized procedure of gathering relevant evidence and planning efficiently for appropriate actions to tackle health inequities. Case studies demonstrate how it has galvanized both city governments and communities to recognize and take action on health inequities....
Language(s): EN, ES, FR, Other | Geographic Scope: City | Author/Publisher: Block by Block
Initiative | 2010Descriptive resource
Urbanization and health: health equity and vulnerable populations: case studies from the Eastern Mediterranean Region
The preliminary evidence presented by these studies provides a powerful argument for city planners, municipal authorities, nongovernmental organizations and civil society in their efforts to improve urban health. It is intended to be used as an advocacy tool to sensitize policy-makers and parliamentarians...
Language(s): EN | Geographic Scope: Regional | Author/Publisher: WHO EMRO
