The Latest Science on Extreme Heat: How Hot Is Too Hot?
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Heat Trials: Exploring Human Resilience
This chapter delves into research conducted on the effects of extreme heat on humans, featuring the experiences of a 75-year-old trial participant. It discusses various experiments aimed at understanding heat's impact on physical and mental health, while shedding light on alarming statistics regarding heat-related deaths. The chapter emphasizes the need for updated safety guidelines and individualized measures to protect vulnerable populations from heat exposure.
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