Why some Europeans face deadlier heat and cold: Inequality map reveals who is most at risk
Researchers found more than 300,000 temperature-related deaths could be linked to poor housing, inequality and deprivation across Europe.
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der Standard DEThose living in areas of Europe with high social inequality have a higher risk of dying from heat or cold. For urban, richer areas, particularly high temperatures are a growing problem
Socioeconomic inequality significantly influences temperature-related mortality across Europe
Regions with greater socioeconomic inequalities are more affected by cold weather, whereas areas with higher levels of wealth and urbanization are at greater risk during heatwaves and lower risk during cold spells.
When temperatures are triggered, it is assumed that having more economic resources allows you to enjoy more air conditioning and even pools to cool off. However, the reality is more complex and the wealth does not save from heat. This is assured by a study led by the Instituto de Salud Global de Barcelona (ISGlobal), which finds that European regions with higher socio-economic levels have a higher risk of mortality due to the high temperatures t…
Why some Europeans face deadlier heat and cold: Inequality map reveals who is most at risk
Regions with greater socioeconomic inequalities are more affected by cold weather, whereas areas with higher levels of wealth and urbanization are at greater risk during heat waves and lower risk during cold spells. This is shown by a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal).
Research using data from more than 161 million deaths between 2000 and 2019 in Europe has shown how socio-economic inequalities affect temperature-related mortality.
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