Exposure to extreme heat may pose serious risks during pregnancy, from preterm births to hypertensive complications, highlighting an urgent public health issue amid rising global temperatures.

The study, "Systematic review and meta-analysis of heat exposure impacts on maternal, fetal, and neonatal health," was published in Nature Medicine on 5 November. Researchers at the Planetary ...

Although data is limited for other pregnancy-related issues, such as antenatal bleeding and caesarean section rates, preliminary evidence suggests these factors may also be affected by heat exposure, ...

The Yale research revealed that short-term exposure to high ambient temperatures—defined as the current day to the previous six days—can be a significant stroke risk factor for younger adults ...

Singh died of diabetes ketoacidosis (DKA), complicated by heat exposure. DKA develops when the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, and acids known as ketones build up in the bloodstream.

However, regular exposure to asbestos – in the workplace ... These fibres are highly durable and resistant to heat, electricity, and chemical damage, which made asbestos a popular material ...

Background: Heat exposure is associated with an increase in cardiovascular mortality, particularly among older adults. Climate change has led to an increase in days with hot temperatures. The burden ...

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