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Paediatrics & child health
May, 2023;28 (2): 72-74.

Too hot! Preventing, recognizing and managing heat injury in children.

Anne Hicks, Lindsay Komar
Author Information
  1. Anne Hicks: Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. ORCID
  2. Lindsay Komar: Faculty of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
PMID: 37151923 DOI: 10.1093/pch/pxac092

Abstract

Climate change-related extreme heat events leading to public health emergencies are increasing in Canada and expected to affect more regions, more frequently and for longer time periods. Children, city dwellers and marginalized populations are amongst the most vulnerable to morbidity and mortality related to extreme heat. Paediatricians can provide caregivers and families with advice to minimize risks as well as advocate for safer city planning and harm mitigation strategies.

Keywords

Child health Climate change Hot temperature

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