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We are a network for health workers to challenge the social, political and economic conditions which damage health and deepen health inequalities.
Peace & Security
We promote disarmament and encourage non-violent responses to conflict.
We work for the abolition of nuclear weapons, and to reduce the power and influence of militarism and military-industrial complex.
Climate & Environment
We work for a healthy planet and climate protection.
We challenge the world's dependence on fossil fuels, including campaigning for renewable energy.
Economic Justice
We challenge trade, investment and financial systems that are unjust and harmful.
We promote reform of the institutions of global governance and reallocation of resources towards social justice and sustainable development.
Human
Rights
We promote a vision of human rights medicine.
This includes access to healthcare for all, and respect for the health-related rights of migrants, refugees, prisoners and detainees.
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Cost of inequality crisis: Statement on the so-called ‘cost of living crisis’
We are writing as healthcare professionals to express our grave concern about the impact of the so-called ‘cost of living crisis’ on our collective health.
The Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty—where it stands after the 2022 Review Conference
Medact and Nuclear Weapons Group member Frank Boulton on last week’s 10th Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty Review Conference, where after two years’ delay, its states-parties failed to reach consensus on the conference’s outcomes.
Medact Impact Report 2021–22
Contents A message from the ChairEconomic Justice Health for a Green New Deal Patients Not Passports Peace & SecurityResearch Our movementTreasurer's reportPhoto: Health workers at the COP26 climate talks in Glasgow on the Global Day of Action for Climate...
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We are first and foremost a membership organisation, and members are the cornerstone of all our work.