"Rising Temperatures Linked to Over 500,000 Annual Stroke Deaths: Climate Change Impact"

A new study published in Neurology found that over half a million stroke deaths in 2019 were linked to extreme temperatures, and this number is expected to rise due to human-made climate change. The study revealed that the number of strokes attributable to high and low temperatures has been increasing globally since 1990, affecting people across all age groups. As the planet gets warmer, the burden of strokes due to high temperatures is rapidly increasing, with last year being the warmest on record. The study emphasizes the urgent need for global action to address the health impacts of climate change, as extreme temperatures are a significant risk factor for stroke worldwide.