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@hans1671102377 · 29 Jul 2023

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Heat waves are extra dangerous for young children

Heat waves are far more dangerous for babies and young children than for adults. They are much more likely to die if they are exposed to extreme heat because their body temperature rises more rapidly. As a result, they are more likely to have a heat stroke, for example. “The more children are exposed to heatwaves, the greater the risk of health problems such as chronic respiratory diseases, asthma and cardiovascular disease,” said Philippe Henon, spokesperson for Unicef Belgium. Finally, the heat also affects the ability to concentrate and learn.
Due to the climate crisis, the number of global heatwaves will only increase in the coming years. The biggest problems will occur in Europe and Central Asia, according to UNICEF research. The children's rights organization urges, among other things, to pay attention to the symptoms of heat-related illnesses in children when training for teachers.
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