'Staggering' Number Of Workers Facing Climate Change-induced Health Hazards: UN
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Barron's— A large majority of workers worldwide are facing a cocktail of health hazards linked to climate change, the UN said Monday, warning that existing regulations were not equipped to offer adequate protection.
Bloomberg—Climate Change-Linked Health Hazards Hits 2.4 Billion Workers. More than 2.4 billion workers — or 70% of the global workforce — are exposed to climate change-related health hazards, according to the...
One Green Planet—Climate Change Hazards Threaten the Health of the Majority of the Global Workforce. The report underlines the urgent need for incorporating occupational safety and health considerations into climate response strategies.
Yahoo—UN labor agency report warns of rising threat of excess heat, climate change on world's workers. The U.N. labor organization warned Monday that over 70% of the world's workforce is likely to be exposed to excessive heat during their careers, citing increased concern about exposure to sunlight. It also warned of air pollution, pesticides and other hazards that could lead to health problems including cancer. In a new report, the International Labor Organization suggested ways that governments can improve their legislation and help cope with the rising effects of climate change on workers.