Cold Waves in Thailand Pose Greater Mortality Risk Than Heat Waves
• A recent study reveals that cold waves in Thailand pose a greater mortality risk than heat waves, particularly affecting cardiovascular and respiratory health.
• The central region of Thailand experiences the highest cardiovascular risk during cold waves, while the northeast faces the strongest respiratory mortality.
• Targeted public health interventions, including improved air quality and early warning systems, are crucial to mitigate the impact of extreme temperature events in Thailand.
Cold waves pose greater mortality risk in Thailand
A new study in Nature reveals that cold waves in Thailand pose a greater mortality risk compared to heat waves, impacting cardiovascular and respiratory health significantly. The research, analyzing data from 2014 to 2022 across six regions, highlights that cold waves increase cardiovascular mortality by 7.6%, with a higher risk for females. The central region of Thailand shows the highest cardiovascular risk during cold waves, while the northeast experiences the strongest respiratory mortality.
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