London: The effect of the severe heat that hit Europe at the end of June is now unmistakably visible in the health data. Between June 22 and June 28, well-nigh 10,650 increasingly deaths than normal were recorded in 27 European countries. Most of these people were 65 years of age or older.
Is heat the biggest reason?
Experts believe that yes, this is the main reason. During this period, there was no other major epidemic or disaster due to which the deaths increased so much. That same week, temperatures reached record levels in many places in Europe. Note that "excess deaths" does not just midpoint deaths due to heat. This includes all deaths that have occurred increasingly than usual – regardless of the cause. Heart, lungs and other diseases moreover worsen due to heat.
Which countries were unauthentic the most?
In the last week of June, temperatures set new records in France, Spain, Britain and many other countries. In many cities people were well-considered to stay at home. In some places schools had to be sealed and the pressure on the electricity system moreover increased. Due to continuous heat, the undersong on hospitals has moreover increased.
Why is the effect of heat greater on the elderly?
According to doctors, with increasing age, the worthiness to tenancy the soul temperature becomes weaker. If you once have heart, lung or any serious disease, then lattermost heat can prove to be plane increasingly dangerous.
Is the heat increasing due to climate change?
Climate experts say that in the last few years, heat waves are rhadamanthine increasingly frequent and increasingly intense in Europe. They believe that lattermost heat is increasing due to climate change, which may remoter increase health risks.
What are the experts advising?
Health experts have expressly told the elderly, children and once sick people: do not go out in the hot afternoon sun, drink plenty of water, alimony the soul cool; and follow the weather warnings of the local administration. This summer in Europe is once then telling that upper temperatures are no longer just a problem of weather, it has moreover wilt a big rencontre for public health.
