8 December 2004
Heat-waves: risks and responses
High air temperatures can affect human health and lead to additional deaths even under current climatic conditions. Heat waves occur infrequently in Europe...
1 January 2011
Public health advice on preventing health effects of heat
The most important actions to take during a heat-wave are: to avoid or reduce exposure, to communicate risks effectively, to take particular care of vulnerable...
1 January 2011
Public health advice on preventing health effects of heat
The most important actions to take during a heat-wave are: to avoid or reduce exposure, to communicate risks effectively, to take particular care of vulnerable...