CLIMATE · AI-ASSISTED SUMMARY
Climate Change Exposes 580 Million Children to Extra Heat-Stress Days
WHY IT MATTERS
This has significant consequences for children's health, with prolonged exposure to heat stress potentially leading to heat-related illnesses and long-term health problems.
What happened
A new study published in Science Advances reveals that climate change is causing over 580 million children to experience at least 20 additional 'heat-stress days' every year. This affects more than 40% of children under the age of 10 globally.
The study combines climate models with demographic data to assess the age groups and regions most impacted.
The findings highlight the severe effects of climate change on children's health and well-being.
LINKED SOURCES
Climate Change Exposes 580 Million Children to 20 Extra “Heat-Stress Days” Every Year
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