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Silent killer: UK failing to protect against intensifying heatwaves

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5 years ago

May 31, 2021

Health experts are warning the UK is failing to protect its vulnerable citizens from intensifying heatwaves.

The Met Office warning over impact of global heating prompts calls for action to protect the elderly and vulnerable.

Thousands of preventable deaths could be triggered every year because simple measures to keep houses and care homes cool haven’t been implemented.

Those most likely to suffer include the very young, the elderly and people suffering from chronic conditions such as asthma.

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William is an Executive News Producer at TICKER NEWS, responsible for the production and direction of news bulletins. William is also the presenter of the hourly Weather + Climate segment. With qualifications in Journalism and Law (LLB), William previously worked at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) before moving to TICKER NEWS. He was also an intern at the Seven Network's 'Sunrise'. A creative-minded individual, William has a passion for broadcast journalism and reporting on global politics and international affairs.

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