New EU rules target retailers to improve conditions for garment workers facing health risks from extreme heat.

Cornell University's study highlights that garment workers in Bangladesh, Vietnam, and Pakistan face increased health risks due to rising temperatures, with a 42% rise in extreme heat exposure since 2005. New EU rules now hold retailers like H&M and Nike accountable for conditions at their suppliers' factories. Solutions include better ventilation and cooling systems, along with higher wages and health protections for workers.

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