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    • Environmental Health
    • Gerontology
    • Thermal Physiology

    Background:

    • Cooling fans are widely used to mitigate heat stress, particularly for vulnerable populations like older adults.
    • The effectiveness of fans in reducing heat strain is dependent on ambient temperature and humidity.
    • Previous research has not definitively established the upper temperature limit for fan efficacy in older individuals.

    Discussion:

    • Fan use may become counterproductive at higher temperatures, potentially increasing heat exposure rather than reducing it.
    • Older adults may exhibit different physiological responses to heat and fan cooling compared to younger populations.
    • Understanding these differences is crucial for developing effective heat safety guidelines.

    Key Insights:

    • Experimental data reveals that the optimal temperature for fan use varies among older individuals.
    • A specific temperature threshold beyond which fans offer no benefit or could be detrimental was observed.
    • Individual variability in physiological responses influences fan effectiveness.

    Outlook:

    • Further research is needed to refine temperature guidelines for fan use in older adults.
    • Developing personalized heat-health action plans can enhance protection for this demographic.
    • Public health messaging should address the limitations of fan cooling during extreme heat events.