Number of heat-related deaths for over-65s has DOUBLED in 20 years
Number of heat-related deaths for over-65s has DOUBLED in 20 years as climate change threat grows, report reveals There were 8,500 heat-related deaths in over 65s in 2018, double 2000-2004 Researchers suggest rise is down to more elderly being exposed to heatwaves Climate crisis made 2019 a record year with temperatures reaching 38.7C in UK Report used … Read more