Public Health Association of New Zealand - Statement on The Imperative for Peace as a Public Health Emergency

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Statement on The Imperative for Peace as a Public Health Emergency

19 Nov 2023 11:59 AM | Anonymous

In recognition of the profound impact of armed conflicts on global health, the Public Health Association of New Zealand asserts that the pursuit of peace is an urgent and imperative public health priority. Wars, with their indiscriminate nature, transcend borders and pose substantial threats to the well-being of populations, both human and environmental (1, 2).