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Climate change is already affecting health through rising temperatures, air pollution, shifting disease patterns and increased food and water insecurity. Between 2030 and 2050, it is projected to cause an additional 250 000 deaths annually from malnutrition, malaria, diarrhoea and heat stress, providing major challenges to health systems worldwide.

In Indonesia, the intersection of climate vulnerability, public health needs and population distribution makes climate-informed health planning essential. Key national strategies, such as the National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2025–2029, the Climate Resilient Development Policy (PBI) 2020–2045, and the National Action Plan for Climate Change Adaptation (RAN-API), prioritize integrating health and climate action into national planning.

To support this, WHO has made key climate and health publications available in Bahasa Indonesia. These tools help national stakeholders from health, environment and other concerned sectors assess climate-related health risks, strengthen infrastructure and design inclusive and effective national adaptation plans. Resources include frameworks for vulnerability assessments, early warning systems and sustainable health care facilities.

WHO continues to work with the Ministry of Health and other national partners to translate this guidance into action – from solar power in remote clinics to embedding environmental indicators in Indonesia’s SATUSEHAT digital health platform.

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