Just like mixing two volatile chemicals can lead to a dangerous explosion, combining high heat with heavy smog can have deadly consequences, especially for older adults. A recent study warns that as the planet continues to warm up, both hot temperatures and air pollution will escalate, resulting in an increase in deaths. It’s like pouring gasoline on a fire; the more heat and smog there are, the more dangerous it becomes. Unfortunately, this lethal combination disproportionately affects older adults, who are already more vulnerable to the effects of extreme weather and poor air quality. In fact, they face a double whammy — the factors that make them susceptible to harm also intensify under these conditions. This study sheds light on the urgent need to address the negative impact of climate change on human health, especially for our elderly population. To learn more about this critical research and how we can protect ourselves from this deadly combo, dive into the full study!
Heat coupled with smog can be a particularly lethal mix, especially for older adults, a new study finds. Unfortunately, both hot temperatures and air pollution are going to increase as the planet warms, and so will deaths, researchers report. “We are experiencing more and…
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