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The commentary examines the integration of health aspects in Uganda’s climate change policies and identifies gaps.

December 16, 2025International HealthOpen Access

Climate change policies and health in Uganda: where are we headed?

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REReagan Daniel EmoruSt George's, University of London LLLeung Hei Lok LancelotUniversity of Hong Kong TMTeddy MbabaziWater Supply and Sanitation Department

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This commentary assesses health impacts of climate change policies in Uganda, suggesting increased funding and community engagement for mitigation and adaptation measures.

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The commentary examines the integration of health aspects in Uganda’s climate change policies and identifies gaps.
Review of current governmental strategies in Uganda regarding health and climate policies.
Assessment of ministerial coordination, health targets, funding, and community engagement efforts.
Identification of priority research needs related to health and climate interactions.
Limited explicit consideration of health impacts in current climate policies.
Gaps identified in funding, coordination, and community engagement.
Strong emphasis on the need for practical health indicators and effective methods for community involvement.

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Emoru et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6940acc83507a57a7f7a4557 https://doi.org/10.1093/inthealth/ihaf143

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This commentary assesses health impacts of climate change policies in Uganda, suggesting increased funding and community engagement for mitigation and adaptation measures.

Climate change policies and health in Uganda: where are we headed?

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Climate change policies and health in Uganda: where are we headed?

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