Heat-related mortality in Europe
Excess heat and cold are both associated with increases in mortality. The temperatures at which populations are affected vary geographically. […]
World Health Organization – How hot weather affects health
WHO/Europe Warn Extreme Heat on Health Impact Heat can trigger exhaustion, confusion and even heart attacks, as well as worsen existing conditions, such as cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. […]
Weather extremes worsening – United Nations
Reuters Oslo – The world suffered unprecedented climate extremes in the decade to 2010, from heatwaves in Europe and droughts in Australia to floods in Pakistan, […]