Does Ethnic Diversity Impact on Risk Perceptions, Preparedness, and Management of Heat Waves?

Detrimental health impacts of heatwaves, including excess mortality, are increasing worldwide. To assess risk perceptions, protective knowledge and behaviors concerning heatwaves in Israel, a study was initiated, comparing attitudes of majority (Jewish) and minority (Arab) populations. A quantitativ...

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Main Authors: Maya Siman-Tov, Kirsten Vanderplanken, Debarati Guha-Sapir, Joris A. F. van Loenhout, Bruria Adini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-08-01
Series:Frontiers in Public Health
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Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2021.642874/full