Kenya’s Rising Heat Puts Children at Risk as UN Agencies Call for Better Health Monitoring

Kenya’s Rising Heat Puts Children at Risk as UN Agencies Call for Better Health Monitoring

Kenya’s rising temperatures are raising concerns about the health of children, newborns and pregnant women. A new framework launched by WHO, WMO, UNICEF and UNFPA recommends tracking health indicators alongside heat exposure to help governments detect risks, strengthen early-warning systems and improve protection for vulnerable populations.