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Heat Action Day raises awareness of extreme heat risks  

Heat waves are deadly. But there are simple actions we can all take to protect ourselves, our neighbours, our family members and friends. These include drinking water, resting in the shade, and avoiding outdoor activity in the hottest part of the day.

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What does the IPCC report tell us about health effects of heat, air pollution and infectious diseases? 

The recently published report on Impacts, Adaptation and Vulnerability of the IPCC’s 6th Assessment Report (AR6) paints a gloomy picture of what the future may hold regarding impacts of climate change. We have looked at some of the main findings regarding the core topics of the ENBEL project – health impacts related to environmental and occupational heat, air pollution (including from wildfires), and infectious diseases.

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