摘要：Human health is now a critical component of the Arctic Council’s sustainable developmentprogram. The newly formed Arctic Human Health Expert Group (AHHEG), a subsidiary bodyof experts within the Sustainable Development Working Group (SDWG), will focus on identifyinghuman health priorities that will improve the health of Arctic residents; engage experts inthe field to evaluate possible actions; strengthen co-operation and collaboration between ArcticCouncil working groups and other Arctic co-operatives; and promote the translation of researchinto actions that will improve the health of Arctic peoples.(Int J Circumpolar Health 2010; 69(3):304-313)Keywords: Arctic, human health, Arctic Council
