Study highlights the severe health risks extreme heat poses to children, including increased preterm births, low birth weight, and respiratory issues, especially for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. It emphasizes the need for adaptation measures to safeguard children's health in a warming world.
By Priyanjana Pramanik, MSc.Reviewed by Susha Cheriyedath, M.Sc.Aug 28 2024 Impact of extreme heat and heatwaves on children's health: A scoping review. Image Credit: Piyaset / Shutterstock
Neonatal outcomes and birth risks The review found that extreme heat exposure during pregnancy significantly increases the risk of several unfavorable birth outcomes. Emergency Department Visits and Hospitalizations Extreme heat also leads to increased visits to emergency departments and hospitalizations, especially in children.
Understanding heatwavesPlay Morbidity, Mortality, and Respiratory Illness The review highlighted that heatwaves contribute to a range of health problems in children, including respiratory issues and, in some cases, increased mortality. For instance, in Varanasi, India, children under the age of four were found to be particularly vulnerable to mortality during heatwaves.
The number of people exposed to extreme heat is growing exponentially due to climate change in all world regions. Heat-related mortality for people over 65 years of age increased by approximately 85% between 2000–2004 and 2017–2021. WHO
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