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Heat waves and adaptation: A global systematic review
Maryam Kiarsi1, Mohammadreza Amiresmaili2, Mohammad Reza Mahmoodi3
1Department of Medical Emergencies, Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, Iran; Center for Climate Change and Health Research (CCCHR), Dezful University of Medical Sciences, Dezful, Iran.
Journal of Thermal Biology
|July 27, 2023
Summary
Community actions significantly combat heat waves. This study identifies 11 adaptive behaviors crucial for mitigating heat wave impacts and reducing health risks.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Public Health
- Climate Change Adaptation
Background:
- Increasing global temperatures and extreme weather events, particularly heat waves, pose significant health risks.
- Understanding community adaptive behaviors is crucial for effective heat wave management.
Approach:
- Systematic review of 57 English papers identified from major databases (PubMed, WOS, EMBASE, Scopus).
- Papers were screened, evaluated, and qualitatively assessed.
- Findings were summarized using an Extraction Table.
Key Points:
- Adaptive behaviors encompass education, infrastructure adaptation, government and health measures, early warning systems, workplace protections, individual actions, building design, green infrastructure, and urban planning.
- Eleven distinct categories of adaptive behaviors were identified.
- Community-driven initiatives are vital for heat wave adaptation.
Conclusions:
- Community actions demonstrate a significant impact on adapting to heat waves.
- Increased focus on mitigation, preparation, and response strategies is essential to reduce negative health effects and vulnerability.
- Implementing identified adaptive behaviors can enhance resilience to heat waves.
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