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Global impact of extreme heat on child health
Overview
Scientific research has warned that climate change is significantly increasing the exposure of children to dangerous heat. A study published in the journal Science Advances indicates that approximately 560 million children worldwide, specifically those from birth to age 9, now face an additional month of extreme heat every year due to global warming.
The research highlights that children are more vulnerable than adults because they have a reduced ability to regulate body temperature, lower sweating capacity per kilogram of body weight, and higher metabolic rates. Additionally, young children often lack the autonomy to manage hydration or seek cool environments. The study notes that the health consequences of extreme heat and humidity can be lifelong, potentially exacerbating conditions such as kidney problems, respiratory infections, and asthma.
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14 days ago
[HEALTH] 2 sourcesExtreme heat threatens 560 million children globallyA study in Science Advances warns that 560 million children globally face an extra month of extreme heat annually, posing severe long-term health risks due to their physiological vulnerability.
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23 days ago
[INTERNATIONAL] 2 sourcesUnited States heat alerts affect 90 million peopleExtreme heat alerts affect 90 million Americans, with Maricopa County, Arizona, reporting over 81 confirmed heat-related deaths and hundreds more under investigation.
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agriniosite.gr · iatropedia.gr · socialnews.xyz · taz.de