High temperatures linked to heart health

Rising temperatures are increasing the risk of heart health, contributing to a surge in the chances of death from cardiovascular diseases

The risk of death due to cardiovascular diseases rises with every 1-degree Celsius increase in temperature

Studies indicate that approximately 489,000 heat-related deaths occurred annually between 2000 and 2019, with 45 per cent of these deaths taking place in Asia

Limited access to air conditioning, inadequate hydration due to economic constraints, and social isolation can exacerbate the dangers of heat waves

Recent data from Health Ministry on heat-related illnesses and deaths in India, reported 605 deaths due to different cardiovascular diseases in May this year