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National and international policies, mechanisms, and tools are being used by health authorities to promote effective risk management of climate change, including through addressing health inequalities and effective governance.
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Ebi, K.L. Mechanisms, policies, and tools to promote health equity and effective governance of the health risks of climate change. J Public Health Pol 41, 11–13 (2020). https://doi.org/10.1057/s41271-019-00212-2
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