European health sector warns of climate‑driven heatwaves and rising vector‑borne diseases

The Red TBS‑Stop Epidemias released issue 62 of its Memorias journal, analysing the health impacts of extreme temperatures across Europe. The editorial stresses that heatwaves are becoming frequent, intense and prolonged, disproportionately affecting the elderly, children, pregnant women, outdoor workers and socially vulnerable groups. It calls for reinforced early‑warning systems, adapted health‑facility planning and a One Health approach that integrates human, animal and environmental health. The issue also features research on new shortened treatments for tuberculosis.

Concurrently, recent studies report a rise in tick‑ and mosquito‑borne illnesses such as Lyme disease and dengue. Experts underline the long‑standing link between human and animal health, warning of significant public‑health risks and urging preventive actions—including the use of repellents, protective clothing and regular body checks—to curb transmission. Both pieces emphasize the need for coordinated, interdisciplinary strategies to address emerging health threats amplified by climate change.