Wednesday, October 26, 2022
Increasingly warming planet jeopardizes human health, major report warns - ABC News
Heat-related deaths in those older than 65 increased by almost 70% from 2000-2004 to 2017-2021. Exposure to extremely high temperatures is associated with heat stroke, kidney injury, and worsening of existing heart and lung diseases. With increases in temperatures, there is also increased spread and survival of some infectious diseases, resulting in an overall increased risk of infectious disease outbreaks…
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