Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 8, 2026
05:56
Construction of a Compact Low-Cost Radiation Shield for Air-Temperature Sensors in Ecological Field Studies
Published on: November 6, 2018
8.6K
Development of Public Information Material to Ensure Primary Protection Against Extreme Hot Weather Events
Nihal Dağ1, Kerem Kinik2, Cuneyt Caliskan2
1Department of Disaster Medicine, Hamidiye Institute of Health Sciences, https://ror.org/03k7bde87University of Health Sciences, IstanbulTurkey.
Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness
|December 17, 2025
Summary
A slogan poster improved knowledge of Extreme Hot Weather Events (EHWE) immediately after exposure. While knowledge slightly declined after two months, it remained elevated, suggesting the poster
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Environmental Health
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Extreme Hot Weather Events (EHWE) pose significant public health risks.
- Effective communication strategies are crucial for promoting protective behaviors during EHWE.
- Existing methods for disseminating EHWE information require evaluation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and assess the effectiveness of a slogan poster designed to inform the public about EHWE.
- To encourage individuals to adopt protective actions against extreme heat.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental, single-group pretest-posttest design was utilized.
- Knowledge of EHWE was measured at three time points: pre-exposure, immediately post-exposure, and 2 months post-exposure.
- Repeated-measures ANOVA and qualitative feedback were employed for data analysis.
Main Results:
- Knowledge scores significantly increased immediately after poster exposure.
- A partial decline in knowledge was observed at the 2-month follow-up, but scores remained above baseline.
- Qualitative feedback indicated the poster was clear and practical, with suggestions for enhancement.
Conclusions:
- Poster intervention shows potential for immediate knowledge enhancement regarding EHWE.
- Further research with broader, controlled studies is necessary to ascertain long-term effectiveness.
- The findings support the use of targeted communication tools in public health preparedness for extreme weather.
Related Concept Videos
01:20Hot Weather Concreting
281
Concreting at elevated temperatures accelerates the hydration process, leading to quicker setting but potentially reducing the long-term strength of the concrete structure. Additionally, low air humidity fosters rapid moisture loss from the concrete, resulting in reduced workability, pronounced plastic shrinkage, and a higher likelihood of crazing.
Mitigating the heat increase in concrete can be economically achieved by shading aggregate stockpiles to prevent heating from solar radiation,...
Mitigating the heat increase in concrete can be economically achieved by shading aggregate stockpiles to prevent heating from solar radiation,...
281
01:21Masonry in Cold and Hot Weather Conditions
314
In cold weather, masonry construction requires specific precautions to ensure mortar does not freeze before curing, as this can significantly weaken its strength and watertightness. Mortar temperature should be maintained between 60°F and 80°F to support proper hydration and curing. Below 40°F, mortar water must be heated, but should not exceed 120°F as high temperatures can reduce mortar's compressive and bond strength.
Other key practices include keeping masonry units...
Other key practices include keeping masonry units...
314
01:22Methods of reducing fever
1.2K
The signs and symptoms of fever include hot and dry skin, flushed face, thirst, muscle aches, anorexia, headache, tachycardia, tachypnea, and fatigue. Elevated body temperature is reduced using two methods: pharmacological and nonpharmacological. Proper identification and treatment of the root cause of a fever is of utmost importance.
Pharmacological Methods of Reducing Fever:
Pharmacological Methods of Reducing Fever:
1.2K
02:45Responses to Heat and Cold Stress
14.6K
Every organism has an optimum temperature range within which healthy growth and physiological functioning can occur. At the ends of this range, there will be a minimum and maximum temperature that interrupt biological processes.
14.6K
01:28Factors Affecting Body Temperature
8.5K
As a nurse, it is vital to understand the factors affecting body temperature to monitor variations and effectively evaluate deviations from regular.
Factors may include:
Factors may include:
8.5K
01:14Design Example: Managing Concrete Workability
275
This example deals with managing the workability of concrete for a raft foundation project under hot weather conditions. Workability is crucial for ensuring the concrete is easy to place, compact, and finish. In this scenario, a slump test — a common method to measure the workability of fresh concrete — initially indicated low workability. This was attributed to the rapid water loss from the concrete mix, exacerbated by the high temperatures causing the course aggregates to heat up.
275