A Yale study finds high temperatures increase stroke risk for adults, especially women, ages 18 to 64.

A Yale University study indicates that high temperatures notably raise stroke risk for adults aged 18 to 64, especially among women. Analyzing over a million health records, researchers found that short-term exposure to elevated temperatures can trigger strokes. The findings highlight the potential for climate change to worsen health disparities and underscore the need for public health policies to protect vulnerable groups like younger adults and women.

November 04, 2024
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