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Heatwaves and Public Health

Updated 2026-08-26 12:40 UTC 1 source Negative

A new study reveals that hot weather in the UK is now almost as deadly as cold snaps. This shift highlights the increasing public health risks associated with rising temperatures.

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New Scientist
Cold weather has always killed more people than hot weather in England and Wales – that's about to change
2026-08-26 12:26 UTC
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