The Trump Effect: pushing global health to the brink

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In Part 1 of an n-depth analysis, Dr B Ekbal examines the potential global health impact of Donald Trump’s presidency, drawing parallels to his past healthcare policies

Originally published in People’s Health Dispatch, 6 Feb 2025

President Donald Trump, in his second term, has made a series of decisions that have significantly undermined the global healthcare landscape. In addition to withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO), his decision to exit the Paris Climate Accord has paved the way for long-term public health challenges, especially with the increasingly undeniable links between climate change and health. Even more concerning is his appointment of individuals with anti-scientific views to key healthcare positions. These harmful decisions not only hinder progress within the United States but also pose a serious threat to global health and well-being.

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