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Winter mortality in relation to climate.

W R Keatinge1, G C Donaldson, K Bucher

  • 1Queen Mary and Westfield College, London, UK. w.r.keatinge@qmw.ac.uk

International Journal of Circumpolar Health
|February 24, 2001
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Effective cold protection measures significantly reduce winter mortality in older adults across Europe. Countries with colder winters demonstrated better protection and lower excess winter deaths, highlighting the importance of climate-appropriate strategies.

Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Gerontology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Cold exposure is a significant risk factor for mortality, particularly in vulnerable populations like the elderly.
  • The Eurowinter survey investigated cold-related mortalities and protective measures across seven European regions.
  • Understanding the interplay between climate, indoor/outdoor protection, and winter mortality is crucial for public health.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide further details on the Eurowinter survey findings regarding cold-related mortality.
  • To analyze the relationship between protective measures against cold and excess winter mortality in different European regions.
  • To review evidence on winter mortality in relation to climate and socioeconomic factors.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of data from the Eurowinter survey, focusing on individuals aged 65-74.

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  • Assessment of indoor and outdoor cold protection levels in relation to outdoor temperatures.
  • Comparison of excess winter mortality rates across regions with varying winter severity and protection levels.

    • Main Results:

    • Regions with colder winters generally exhibited higher levels of protection against indoor and outdoor cold.
    • Higher levels of cold protection were associated with lower excess winter mortality, even at similar outdoor temperatures.
    • Areas with inadequate cold protection and/or high baseline mortality experienced greater excess winter deaths than expected for their climate.

    Conclusions:

    • Adequate protection against cold is a key factor in mitigating excess winter mortality among older adults.
    • Climate-appropriate protective strategies are essential for public health, especially in regions with cold winters.
    • The findings underscore the need for targeted interventions to improve cold protection in vulnerable populations and regions.