Kamran Abbasi, editor in chief of The BMJ, discusses the urgent need for action on climate change and its impact on health. Finland’s first planetary health physician prescribes walking barefoot through nature as a solution. Despite clear links between climate change and health, misinformation and disinformation continue to be a challenge. Solutions, such as decarbonizing healthcare systems, are becoming clearer. The BMJ is reaffirming its commitment to addressing climate change, urging readers to take action and use their knowledge to build hope for a better future. Collaboration with tech companies and promoting critical thinking are essential in combating misinformation.
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Climate change: defeating misinformation with trusted knowledge
