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world8 days ago•4 min saved

France faces fresh heat ahead as deaths surge during record heatwave

France logged about 2,025 excess deaths in the last week of June during a record heatwave, a 29% jump from the previous week and a 62% rise in the Paris region, as Europe braces for more extreme heat and wildfires in the south. The hotter-than-normal conditions are attributed to climate change, with authorities warning that mortality may be higher than initial figures and forecasts showing continued high temperatures across multiple countries.

via BBC|

#climate-change #europe #excess-deaths

world12 days ago•7 min saved

Europe Faces Record Heat Toll as Deaths Rise and Cities Scale Up Cooling

A severe European heatwave has caused about 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, with roughly 1,000 in France, as temperatures reach up to 44°C in parts of the continent. Experts say heat stress, dehydration and related health issues drive the rise in fatalities, intensified by climate change and a persistent heat-dome/omega-block pattern. In response, countries are expanding cooling shelters, elderly welfare monitoring, and worker safety rules, while UNEP urges longer-term measures like passive cooling, cooler urban design, and cutting refrigerant emissions to curb warming.

via Al Jazeera|

#climate-change #europe #excess-deaths

world12 days ago•2 min saved

Italy and Balkans scorched as record heatwave elevates deaths and wildfire fears

A record heatwave grips Italy and the Balkans, triggering red heat warnings in 22 Italian cities, fueling wildfires and driving up deaths across Europe (about 1,300 excess deaths continent-wide, with France accounting for ~1,000). Temperatures remain well above average (8–10°C) for days, and forecasters warn of more extreme heat into early July across several countries, underscoring climate-change-linked health and infrastructure risks as authorities scramble to respond.

via Al Jazeera|

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weather13 days ago•3 min saved

France Sees 1,000 Excess Deaths Amid Europe’s Extreme Heat Wave

France reports roughly 1,000 excess deaths linked to an ongoing Europe-wide heatwave, with most fatalities among seniors, as temperatures soar above 35°C and the episode is expected to persist.

via Al Jazeera|

#europe #excess-deaths #france

world13 days ago•4 min saved

France logs about 1,000 extra deaths amid historic heatwave

France logged roughly 1,000 excess deaths during the peak of a record heatwave, with more than 1,200 deaths on Wednesday and more than 1,400 on each of the following two days; 85% of excess deaths were among people aged 65 and older, and red heat warnings covered about three-quarters of the country as data continue to be collected. The episode is part of a Europe-wide heatwave scientists say is linked to climate change, which is making such extreme temperatures more likely.

via NBC News|

#climate-change #excess-deaths #france

health-and-climate13 days ago•4 min saved

France records roughly 1,000 excess deaths from record heat wave

France has logged about 1,000 additional deaths this month tied to a record heat wave, with most victims aged 65+, and higher increases in red-alert regions; several events were canceled to prevent hospital overload as Europe reports more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21, highlighting climate-change–driven heat and preparedness concerns.

via politico.eu|

#climate-change #excess-deaths #france

health13 days ago•2 min saved

France endures heatwave toll: about 1,000 excess deaths as temperatures soar

France reports around 1,000 excess deaths since June 24 amid a brutal heatwave, with regional highs above 40°C and the elderly hardest hit. More than 30 departments were under red heat alerts as hospitals and emergency services came under pressure. Paris imposed public alcohol restrictions and postponed the Pride event, while landmarks closed early. Drownings linked to the heatwave were reported, underscoring dangers as Europe faces a broader heat surge.

via Euronews|

#excess-deaths #france #health

health11 months ago•3 min saved

LA Wildfires May Have Caused Over 440 Deaths, Study Finds

A new study estimates that the Los Angeles wildfires may have caused up to 440 deaths, including both direct and indirect fatalities, highlighting the significant and often underreported health impacts of climate-related disasters.

via CNN|

#climate-change #excess-deaths #health

health1 year ago•3 min saved

Over 2 Million Americans Reported Missing in 2020-2021

A new study estimates that over two million Americans went 'missing' from the population during 2020 and 2021 due to excess deaths compared to other wealthy nations, highlighting long-standing health disparities and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, with many deaths potentially preventable through better healthcare and social policies.

via ScienceAlert|

#covid-19-pandemic #excess-deaths #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Study Links COVID-19 Vaccines to Sustained Rise in Excess Deaths

A study published in BMJ Public Health reveals that excess death rates in Western countries remained high from 2020 to 2022, despite COVID-19 containment measures and vaccinations, with over three million excess deaths reported. Researchers urge a thorough investigation into the underlying causes and a reevaluation of pandemic policies.

via SciTechDaily|

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health2 years ago•2 min saved

Study Links COVID Vaccines to Persistent Excess Deaths in the West

A study by The Netherlands' Vrije Universiteit suggests that COVID-19 vaccines may have contributed to a rise in excess deaths in the US and other Western countries since the pandemic began. Analyzing data from 47 countries, researchers found that excess mortality has remained high despite vaccine rollouts and containment measures, raising concerns about the underlying causes. The study, published in BMJ Public Health, calls for thorough investigation into persistent excess mortality and notes serious side effects reported following vaccination.

via New York Post |

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health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Covid Vaccines Linked to Increase in Excess Deaths"

Researchers from The Netherlands have suggested that Covid-19 vaccines may have contributed to the rise in excess deaths since the pandemic, despite containment measures and vaccine rollouts. Analyzing data from 47 Western countries, they found over three million excess deaths since 2020, with significant numbers continuing in subsequent years. The study calls for governments to investigate potential vaccine harms and other factors like delayed healthcare and socioeconomic upheaval. The findings highlight the need for further analysis to understand the underlying causes of excess mortality.

via The Telegraph|

#covid-19 #excess-deaths #health

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"West Sees 3 Years of High Excess Deaths Despite Pandemic Measures"

A study published in BMJ Public Health reveals that excess death rates have remained high in 47 Western countries for three consecutive years since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, despite the implementation of containment measures and the availability of vaccines. Researchers call for a thorough investigation into the underlying causes of this persistent excess mortality.

via Medical Xpress|

#containment-measures #covid-19 #excess-deaths

health2 years ago•2 min saved

Global Life Expectancy Drops 1.6 Years Due to COVID

A study by the Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) reveals that Covid-19 has caused a global decline in average life expectancy by 1.6 years, with 84% of countries experiencing a drop. The pandemic led to 15.9 million excess deaths, impacting life expectancy and mortality rates. Despite this setback, there has been significant progress in global health over the past 72 years, with a decrease in child mortality. However, the study warns of unprecedented challenges due to shifting population dynamics and emphasizes the need for global cooperation in addressing health disparities and preparing for future pandemics.

via Metro.co.uk|

#covid-19 #excess-deaths #global-health

health-global-trends2 years ago•2 min saved

Global Life Expectancy Drops 1.6 Years Due to COVID-19

A major study by the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation revealed that the Covid-19 pandemic caused a significant global decline in life expectancy, with an average decrease of 1.6 years during 2020-2021. This marked a sharp reversal in the decades-long rise in global life expectancy, with 84 percent of countries experiencing declines. However, there was also progress, with half a million fewer children under five dying in 2021 compared to 2019. The study estimated 15.9 million excess deaths during the pandemic, and highlighted the unprecedented social, economic, and political challenges posed by shifting population dynamics.

via ScienceAlert|

#covid-19 #excess-deaths #global-health