Heat-related deaths are on the rise in the United States. But how serious will it be in 20, 30, or 40 years? Scientists now have a clue.
It is estimated that more than 8,000 deaths in the United States are related to extreme temperatures (both hot and cold) each year. In the coming decades, That number could double or triple.The heat was largely to blame, researchers said in a Sept. 20 report. JAMA Network Open.
“As the climate warms, heat waves are increasing in frequency, duration and intensity. It’s important to understand how this will impact our health,” said Sameed Khatana, a cardiologist at the University of Pennsylvania.. Our bodies can withstand extreme heat, but as temperatures rise, this ability reaches its limit.Serial Number: June 21, 2024).
