Addressing Extreme Heat: GHHIN's Initiative for Global Heat Health Resilience

Extreme heat is an escalating global health crisis.

Billions of individuals are angered by preventable fatalities and illnesses due to extreme temperatures, a risk that continues to soar amidst climate change. As recognition of the scale of this issue grows, the Global Heat Health Information Network GHHIN strives to elevate awareness and bolster capabilities in managing and adapting to the health risks posed by severe weather conditions, particularly during heatwaves.

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Older Persons Heat Risk: Saving Lives

To mark International Day of Older Persons on October 1st, 2024, GHHIN invites governments and health organizations worldwide to prioritize protecting older adults from extreme heat.

Resources, Case Studies Projects

Navigate through our array of heat-health resources tlored to different regions and interests using our interactive map tool. Discover case studies, action plans, and ongoing projects at your fingertips.

The Oppressive Heat Project

The escalating climate crisis poses unprecedented challenges that necessitate a fresh approach. Oppressive Heat is an innovative eavor that seeks to address the intricacies of heat stress through a nuanced understanding of its social and geographical dimensions.

By focusing on Cambodiaa country experiencing some of the world's highest temperatures and humiditythe project will illuminate how individuals' roles in society influence their exposure to heat under climate change. Our collaborative effort with governments, unions, and scholars reshape our collective comprehension of heat stress as we enter a warmer future.

Upcoming Events

• Wellcome Funding Webinar: Uncovering Mechanisms between Heat Mental Health

  • Date: October 9th, 2024

• The Climate of the Future: Can We Handle the Heat?

  • Hosted by AMOS, University of Sydney, ARC Centre of Excellence for Weather of the 21st Century, and ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate Extremes.

• Climate Heat Health – 11th NUS-Cambridge Joint Symposium 2024

  • November 5 to 6, 2024

• First GHHIN Southeast Asia Heat Health Forum

  • January 7 to 10, 2025

Managing and Adapting Strategies

In the Body

• Thermal responses and health implications.

At Home

• Personal cooling strategies for vulnerable populations.

In the City

• Urban planning and infrastructure improvements.

At Work

• Workplace heat stress management guidelines.

In the Environment

• Nature-based solutions and climate-resilient landscapes.

In Sports

• Heat acclimatization trning and safety protocols.

Information Resource Library

Explore our comprehensive collection of documents, reports, technical briefs, and guidance notes med at enhancing understanding and action agnst heat-related health risks.

GHHIN's Legal Framework and Partnerships

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