A new study by researchers at the University of Ottawa throws cold water on the idea that fans can effectively cool you down during extremely hot weather events.
Apr 4, 2024
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As we face the continued effects of climate change, the frequency and intensity of heat waves is increasing. We've recently learnt 2023 was the hottest year on record.
Jan 25, 2024
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It's that time of the year. Tables get decorated, fridges get loaded and we gather in the spirit of the most wonderful season of all. From salads to desserts, Christmas is a time of variety in foods, and a heaven for our ...
Dec 20, 2023
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Air conditioning and heating systems have contributed considerably to reducing mortality linked to extreme temperatures in Spain, according to a study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal).
Dec 19, 2023
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Australia is braced for a hot, dry summer. El Niño is back, and this year it will occur alongside an Indian Ocean dipole, a climate pattern which will further amplify this hot and dry effect.
Dec 6, 2023
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Social media isn't exactly known for being a welcoming place to have a productive discussion or share your opinions. Even the most inoffensive posts can breed noxious comments sections. Take this seemingly harmful post on ...
Nov 27, 2023
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Hospital admissions for injuries directly attributable to extreme weather events—such as heat waves, bushfires and storms—have increased in Australia over the past decade.
Nov 2, 2023
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Cardiovascular-related deaths due to extreme heat are expected to increase between 2036 and 2065 in the United States, according to a study supported by the National Institutes of Health. The researchers, whose work is published ...
Oct 30, 2023
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When we think of spring, we might imagine rebirth and renewal that comes with the warmer weather and longer days. It's usually a time to celebrate, flock to spring flower festivals and spend more time in nature.
Oct 2, 2023
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Exposure to natural light could help treat and prevent type 2 diabetes, new research presented at the annual meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Hamburg, Germany (2–6 Oct), suggests.
Oct 1, 2023
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