WHO Report Details Rising Global Health Risks from Extreme Heat

The World Health Organization (WHO) has released an update detailing the escalating global health risks from extreme heat, exacerbated by climate change. The report indicates an 85% rise in heat-related mortality for individuals over 65 between 2000-2004 and 2017-2021, with an estimated 489,000 annual heat-related deaths globally from 2000-2019. The WHO emphasizes that these impacts are largely preventable through public health preparedness and risk management, highlighting the urgent need for action to protect vulnerable populations.