The Impact of Heatwaves on Mortality and Morbidity and the Associated Vulnerability Factors: A Systematic Review.
Fadly Syah ArsadRozita HodNorfazilah AhmadRohaida IsmailNorlen MohamedMazni BaharomYelmizaitun OsmanMohd Firdaus Mohd RadiFredolin TangangPublished in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2022)
While mortality and morbidity are critical aspects for measuring the impact of heatwaves on human health, the sensitivity in the context of sociodemographic, medical conditions, and locality posed a higher vulnerability to certain groups. Therefore, further research on climate change and health impacts on vulnerability may help stakeholders strategize effective plans to reduce the effect of heatwaves.