Christine Wachira

Conduct climate-health vulnerability and adaptation assessments for a Level V hospital, examining climate-sensitive diseases and service-delivery risks. Engage hospital management and facilitate stakeholder workshops to develop adaptation plans.

Developed and implemented a continental work plan covering research, awareness, capacity building and advocacy. Led research on medical students' knowledge and integration of climate change into curricula.

Conduct vulnerability assessments in flood-prone healthcare facilities and evaluate access to adolescent sexual and reproductive health services during floods. Collect perspectives from healthcare workers, community, and adolescents.

Support a healthcare-facility greenhouse-gas inventory covering Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Collect and analyse data on energy, waste, transportation, procurement, and water use.

Lead the design and implementation of climate-health programmes aligned with global climate-resilient health frameworks. Develop climate adaptation and mitigation strategies for health systems, with emphasis on resilience and sustainability.

Led a systematic literature review on nature-based solutions for urban heat reduction and air-quality improvement. Synthesised findings into evidence-based recommendations for urban planners and policymakers.

Developed and delivered climate-health training modules for healthcare workers. Coordinated webinars and workshops on climate-resilient health systems and created practical resources.

Reviewed climate and health research studies and policy papers with focus on African health impacts. Provided input on methodology, data analysis, and policy relevance.

Pursuing a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree, with training in clinical medicine and surgery.

Completed a certification in Medical Research and Ethics.

Completed specialized training in Climate Change and Health as a Trainer of Trainers.

Completed a research fellowship on Climate Change and Health.

Completed courses on Climate Change Negotiations and Health Policy, and Cities and Climate Change.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Chemistry, with coursework in chemistry and industrial processes.

Completed a course on Global Health, Climate Change, and Technology: An Intersectional Approach.

Completed an advanced course on Climate Change and Health.