New Lancet Report Estimates 710,000 Heat-Related Deaths Globally in 2023, Majority Linked to Climate Change

A new report from The Lancet estimates approximately 710,000 heat-related deaths worldwide in 2023, marking the highest value in the analyzed series. The report attributes 71.5% of these deaths to human-caused climate change. It highlights that high temperatures can exacerbate pre-existing conditions, affecting the heart and kidneys, and that the impact of heat extends beyond direct heatstroke.