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Implementing the International Guidelines on Urban and Territorial Planning for improved health and well-being

This report collates the suggestions put forth by various urban health organizations on how to organize coordinated actions to incorporate health actors and implications in urban planning and development. The report emphasizes on the importance of adopting a systems approach to understanding urban-health challenges and provides examples of pilot projects which display evidence of urban […]

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Health economic assessment tool (HEAT) for walking and for cycling: Methods and user guide on physical activity, air pollution, injuries and carbon impact assessments

This guide provides an introduction to health economic assessment tool (HEAT) for walking and cycling. HEAT is an assessment tool which allows actors to perform economic evaluation of health effects of cycling and walking. In addition to the introduction and guidance on the usage of HEAT, the manual also provides evidence on the impact walking

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Health and Environment Country Scorecards

The Health and environment scorecards aim to provide a quick snapshot of where countries stand on managing six major environmental threats to health: air pollution, water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH), climate change, exposure to chemicals, radiation, and occupational health. They can assist policy makers to identify priorities and areas in great need of attention and

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Frontline: Preparing Healthcare Systems for Shocks from Disasters to Pandemics

To strengthen the resilience of health care services to shocks and pressures, this report highlights lessons from the disaster risk and emergency management practice. It outlines five principles that are crucial to enable health systems to offer more reliable and shock-resistant services. The principles presented in this note can help to better prepare health systems

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From Plan to Action: Assessing Integration and Evolution of Solid Waste Management Policies in Kenya

This briefing includes an overview of a study which examined current solid waste management policies in Kenya and the extent to they integrated health as well as how the policies were addressing health outcomes. Policies priorities and strategies on solid waste management since Kenya’s indepence were examined. The authors also studied how health was integrated

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