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Heat-health vulnerability in temperate climates: lessons and response options from Ireland.

Shona K PatersonChristie Nicole Godsmark
Published in: Globalization and health (2020)
Heat poses a public and occupational health challenge, receiving limited attention in Ireland. Lack of a co-ordinated effort, places vulnerable populations at risk. Our recommendations, with reference to vulnerable groups and acknowledging the multi-sectoral nature of heat-health and climate change, advocate for the adoption of a "health and climate change in all policies" approach and the development of a public health-focused heat-health action plan.
Keyphrases
  • public health
  • climate change
  • healthcare
  • mental health
  • health information
  • heat stress
  • health promotion
  • global health
  • working memory
  • electronic health record
  • clinical practice
  • adverse drug