PAHO/WHO urges northern hemisphere countries to prepare for heatwaves. | SMN News

While Europe is experiencing heatwaves, North America, Central America, and the Caribbean are also at risk. The situation could worsen between July and August, with adverse impact on human health.

Washington, D.C. (PAHO):—In view of the current heatwaves in Europe and predictions that this phenomenon will hit various parts of the Americas, the Pan American Health Organization/ World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) is urging countries in the Region to be prepared, due to the impact that this could have on peoples’ health, including the risk of death.

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