2024-11-04 13:47:00
This Wednesday October 30 and Thursday October 31, 2024, the G20 ministers in charge of Health met in Rio de Janeiro (Brazil) for the health ministerial meeting. The opportunity to discuss several major issues for global health such as strengthening prevention, preparation and the international response to pandemics, health equity, digital health as well as the links between climate change and health. Antoine Saint-Denis, delegate for European and international affairs of social ministries, represented France at this ministerial meeting.
“Building a fairer world and a sustainable planet”. The general theme of the Brazilian presidency illustrates the challenges of today’s world, to which all countries must respond. For this year, the Brazilian presidency had identified four priorities for the health sector:
1. Prevention, preparation and response to health crises 2. Digital health 3. Health equity 4. Climate change and health
Following this ministerial meeting, _G20_Sante_Adoption_de_deux_declarations_communes_lors_de_la_reunion_ministerielle>_deux_déclarations_ont_été_adoptées’,’actionmode’, ”, ‘actionlabel’, ‘external,content,link,,custom_event’,’actionpname’, ‘component_label’, ‘actionpvalue’, ‘deux déclarations ont été adoptées’,’actionpname’, ‘component_value’, ‘actionpvalue’, ‘ ‘component_hierarchy’, ‘actionpvalue’, ‘content’,’actionpname’, ‘heading_hierarchy’, ‘actionpvalue’, ‘>_G20_Sante_Adoption_de_deux_declarations_communes_lors_de_la_reunion_ministerielle>_deux_déclarations_ont_été_adoptées’])” class=”spip_out” rel=”external”>two declarations were adoptedincluding one on health/climate.
Several other meetings also took place on this occasion: a joint meeting of the Ministers of Finance and Health, two high-level events on the One Health approach and the links between climate change and population health as well as fundraising for the Pandemic Fund and an information meeting on the WHO investment cycle of which France is co-champion.
France’s action under Brazilian presidency of the G20 health
France supported, during the discussions, Brazilian priorities, in particular: the creation of a Coalition to develop vaccines, treatments and diagnostics for neglected diseases and digital health as a powerful lever in the face of major system challenges. health…
This ministerial meeting made it possible to converge the positions of the G20 members on several crucial issues for health. In particular, they expressed their desire to:
Prevent, prepare for, and respond to pandemics, with a focus on local and regional production of medicines, vaccines, and strategic health supplies for neglected diseases and populations. To work in favor of digital health, by developing telehealth, integrating and analyzing data from national health systems. To adopt a joint declaration on “climate change, health equity and the One Health approach”.
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**Short Interview with Antoine Saint-Denis, Delegate for European and International Affairs of Social Ministries, France**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us, Antoine. The G20 health ministerial meeting recently took place in Rio de Janeiro, with a focus on significant global health issues. Can you share your insights on the key topics discussed?
**Antoine Saint-Denis:** Thank you for having me. The G20 meeting was an important platform for health ministers to convene and discuss pressing health challenges. We focused on four main priorities: enhancing our prevention and response strategies for health crises, advancing digital health initiatives, promoting health equity, and addressing the interconnectedness of climate change and public health.
**Interviewer:** Health equity seems to be a recurrent theme in global health discussions. What specific measures were proposed to address this issue?
**Antoine Saint-Denis:** Absolutely, health equity is crucial. We proposed initiatives that aim to ensure all populations, especially marginalized groups, have access to essential health services. This includes enhancing funding for health programs in low-income countries and creating international collaborations to share resources and knowledge effectively.
**Interviewer:** Digital health is another priority discussed. How can technology play a role in improving health outcomes globally?
**Antoine Saint-Denis:** Technology has immense potential to transform health care delivery. By investing in digital health infrastructure, we can improve access to care, particularly in remote areas. Telemedicine, health apps, and data analytics can enhance patient management and disease surveillance, ultimately leading to better health outcomes.
**Interviewer:** Lastly, how does the G20 plan to integrate climate change considerations into health policy?
**Antoine Saint-Denis:** Climate change is a significant threat to global health. During the meeting, we emphasized the need for a multisectoral approach. This includes implementing policies that reduce environmental hazards, promote sustainable practices, and enhance resilience in our health systems to ensure we can manage the health impacts of climate change effectively.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Antoine, for your valuable insights. It sounds like there is a strong commitment from the G20 to champion these critical health issues.
**Antoine Saint-Denis:** Thank you for having me. It’s vital that we collaborate on these fronts to build a healthier, more equitable world for all.
