New insights have been published by university, researchers and conservation groups across the world, confirming that human health has a direct relationship to thriving oceans, by evidence collected from across the globe.
Our well-being, health and survival are linked with the health of the ocean, senior researcher fellow Dr. Aaron Jenkils informs. The dependence of human health on healthy oceans, describes how crucial the worlds oceans are, including their contribution to climate regulation, carbon storage, food provision and even providing medical resources.
Calling for urgent attention, as new publications further emphasis on the need for a precautionary approach to preserve the fragile ecosystem of our oceans.
Our oceans not only contribute to enjoyment and mental wellbeing, it helps regulate climate-related health risks, from extreme pollution-induced chronic disease and weather-related injuries.
Disproportionately impacting low-income countries and small island states, due to the link between human health, climate and ocean changes, researched by institutions such as Edith Crown University, University of Sydney, Monash University, University of West Indies, human health and wildlife conservation society and the European center for environment.
They informed, food security, safeguarding economies and the well- being of their vulnerable communities has direct links to preserving oceans.
Finalized by UN, the draft agreement on Bio diversity beyond national boundaries, have been discussed by Dr. Jenkins and global experts with regard to its significant.
The agreement also known as treaty of the high seas. This landmark agreement aims to balance biodiversity beyond national jurisdiction to ensure equal access to, and distribution of, health advances arising from discoveries in the high seas.
Dr. Jankins explained, the success of the draft agreement, while being significant, will depend on the collaboration of international, national and regional action.
The draft clearly includes, local communities and indigenous people, in creating strategies for conservation of marine biodiversity.
The involvement of stakeholders from different backgrounds is necessary for the achievement of desired results. These include environmentalists, government, businesses, indigenous people, non-government organizations, health professionals and local communities.
