WHO Urges Europe to Heat-Proof Hospitals Amid Deadly Heatwave
The World Health Organization issues new guidance to help European countries prepare health systems for rising temperatures and prevent heat-related deaths.
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The World Health Organization issues new guidance to help European countries prepare health systems for rising temperatures and prevent heat-related deaths.
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