How extreme heat affects human health: A research roundup (2023)
Extreme heat, exacerbated by climate change, disproportionately affects vulnerable populations. President Biden issued a Hazard Alert to protect workers. Mitigation strategies include reducing emissions and enhancing community support during heat waves.
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Extreme heat and heat waves have significant impacts on human health, particularly affecting vulnerable populations like children, older adults, and outdoor workers. Studies show that as global temperatures rise due to climate change, heat waves are becoming longer, more frequent, and more severe, leading to adverse health effects. In the U.S., extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths, surpassing hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. Certain populations, including people of color, individuals with chronic diseases, and those without access to air conditioning, are at higher risk during heat waves. President Biden has taken steps to protect workers from extreme heat by issuing a Hazard Alert. Solutions to mitigate the effects of extreme heat include cutting carbon emissions, improving infrastructure, and fostering community support during heat waves. Recent research highlights the association between extreme heat and health issues such as injuries, ambulance service use, and heatstroke, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to address the growing impact of climate change on human health.
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