Development and Validation of a Behavioural Index for Adaptation to High Summer Temperatures among Urban Dwellers

Development and Validation of a Behavioural Index for Adaptation to High Summer Temperatures among Urban Dwellers

One of the consequences of climate change is the growing number of extreme weather events, including heat waves, which have substantial impacts on the health of populations. From a public health standpoint, it is vital to ensure that people can adapt to high heat, particularly in cities where heat i...

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Main Authors: Pierre Valois, Denis Talbot, Maxime Caron, Marie-Pier Carrier, Alexandre J. S. Morin, Jean-Sébastien Renaud, Johann Jacob, Pierre Gosselin
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-07-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
adaptation index
climate change
heat wave
preventive health behaviours
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/14/7/820

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