UNITED NATIONS, March 18 -- The United Nations World Health Organization issued the following news release:
In an effort to address the pressing global challenges from environmental risks, the World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a comprehensive directory of resources aimed at guiding urban planners, policymakers and communities towards healthier environments. With around one quarter of human deaths globally attributed to environmental factors, and air pollution associated with 7 million premature deaths annually, prioritizing health in the planning and design of urban spaces has never been more critical. The directory, comprising nearly 200 open-access resources, serves as a vital online repository which offers invaluable insights...