Vientiane: Laos has launched a project to strengthen its health system by building community capacity to better cope with the health impacts caused by climate change. The initiative is focused on enhancing the climate resilience of the country’s health infrastructure and supporting the government in tackling climate-related health challenges.
According to Lao News Agency, the project emphasizes the use of climate data and water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) indicators to effectively monitor and prepare for climate risks across 25 vulnerable districts. Additionally, it plans to partner with health service providers to upgrade 79 health facilities throughout the nation.
Lao health officials, along with relevant agencies, have reviewed the project’s objectives, scope, and timeline. They have also defined roles and responsibilities, introduced implementation tools and methods, and emphasized the importance of cooperation, monitoring, and evaluation strategies.