The report „Climate change, industrial animal agriculture, and the role of physicians – Time to act” points to the key role of doctors and physicians in creating awareness, educating and supporting patients and clients to switch to a healthier, more sustainable, plant-based diet.

The report points out that replacing cow meat with plant-based protein would reduce greenhouse gases by 49.6%. At the same time, it cites a modelling study conducted in nine countries, which indicates that the introduction of ambitious programmes and solutions focused on the health of citizens could reduce diet-related deaths by 6.4 million.

The report emphasises that it is the responsibility of physicians to promote sustainable lifestyles and support patients to protect public health and biodiversity.

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