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Extreme Heat Accelerates Aging Process, Study Shows
A new study reveals that prolonged exposure to extreme heat accelerates biological aging, impacting cellular processes and increasing the risk of age-related diseases, exemplified by the experiences of Dubai residents.
Extreme Heat Accelerates Aging Process, Study Shows
A new study reveals that prolonged exposure to extreme heat accelerates biological aging, impacting cellular processes and increasing the risk of age-related diseases, exemplified by the experiences of Dubai residents.
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16% Bias Score
WHO Report: Urgent Action Needed to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat
A new WHO/WMO report reveals millions of workers globally face heat stress, resulting in health problems and productivity losses; it urges governments, employers, and workers to cooperate on adaptation strategies to mitigate the effects of increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves.
WHO Report: Urgent Action Needed to Protect Workers from Extreme Heat
A new WHO/WMO report reveals millions of workers globally face heat stress, resulting in health problems and productivity losses; it urges governments, employers, and workers to cooperate on adaptation strategies to mitigate the effects of increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves.
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24% Bias Score
Global Heat Stress Impacts Half the World's Population
Half of the world's population already suffers from heat stress, impacting productivity and health, according to a new WHO and WMO report, which calls for immediate action and collaborative heat plans to mitigate the growing crisis.
Global Heat Stress Impacts Half the World's Population
Half of the world's population already suffers from heat stress, impacting productivity and health, according to a new WHO and WMO report, which calls for immediate action and collaborative heat plans to mitigate the growing crisis.
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24% Bias Score
Climate Change-Induced Heat Impacts Half of Global Workforce
The WHO and WMO report that roughly half of the global workforce experiences heat-related health problems due to climate change, resulting in decreased productivity and impacting various sectors, especially agriculture, fishing, and construction; they urge collaborative heat-action plans.
Climate Change-Induced Heat Impacts Half of Global Workforce
The WHO and WMO report that roughly half of the global workforce experiences heat-related health problems due to climate change, resulting in decreased productivity and impacting various sectors, especially agriculture, fishing, and construction; they urge collaborative heat-action plans.
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28% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Poses Serious Risks to European Workers
Soaring summer temperatures across Europe are causing serious health risks for workers, with one recent death in Barcelona prompting investigations and highlighting the lack of uniform EU regulations on heat exposure in the workplace.
Extreme Heat Poses Serious Risks to European Workers
Soaring summer temperatures across Europe are causing serious health risks for workers, with one recent death in Barcelona prompting investigations and highlighting the lack of uniform EU regulations on heat exposure in the workplace.
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24% Bias Score
Extreme Heat to Cut Global Milk Production by 4% by 2050
A 12-year study of over 130,000 cows reveals that extreme heat reduces milk production by 10%, with a projected 4% reduction by 2050 due to heat stress, significantly impacting 150 million households globally, particularly in South Asia.
Extreme Heat to Cut Global Milk Production by 4% by 2050
A 12-year study of over 130,000 cows reveals that extreme heat reduces milk production by 10%, with a projected 4% reduction by 2050 due to heat stress, significantly impacting 150 million households globally, particularly in South Asia.
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36% Bias Score
Extreme Heat Accelerates Cellular Aging, Study Finds
A University of Southern California study reveals that prolonged exposure to high temperatures accelerates cellular aging, potentially increasing the risk of age-related diseases.
Extreme Heat Accelerates Cellular Aging, Study Finds
A University of Southern California study reveals that prolonged exposure to high temperatures accelerates cellular aging, potentially increasing the risk of age-related diseases.
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44% Bias Score
WHO and WMO Report Highlights Urgent Need for Action on Heat Stress in the Workplace
A new report from the WHO and WMO reveals that over 2.4 billion workers globally are exposed to extreme heat, resulting in over 22.85 million workplace accidents and nearly 19,000 deaths annually; the report calls for immediate action to mitigate the escalating impact.
WHO and WMO Report Highlights Urgent Need for Action on Heat Stress in the Workplace
A new report from the WHO and WMO reveals that over 2.4 billion workers globally are exposed to extreme heat, resulting in over 22.85 million workplace accidents and nearly 19,000 deaths annually; the report calls for immediate action to mitigate the escalating impact.
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28% Bias Score
Heat Stress Threatens 2.4 Billion Workers Globally
A joint WMO and WHO report reveals that heat stress, driven by climate change, affects 2.4 billion workers globally, causing 23 million annual work accidents and 19,000 deaths; the report calls for tailored workplace protection programs.
Heat Stress Threatens 2.4 Billion Workers Globally
A joint WMO and WHO report reveals that heat stress, driven by climate change, affects 2.4 billion workers globally, causing 23 million annual work accidents and 19,000 deaths; the report calls for tailored workplace protection programs.
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24% Bias Score
Climate Change Impacts Hessen's Urban Trees
Urban trees in Hessen, Germany, are suffering from climate change, with Frankfurt, Kassel, and Fulda reporting significant tree losses due to drought and heat stress; cities are planting climate-resistant species and some involve citizens in tree care.
Climate Change Impacts Hessen's Urban Trees
Urban trees in Hessen, Germany, are suffering from climate change, with Frankfurt, Kassel, and Fulda reporting significant tree losses due to drought and heat stress; cities are planting climate-resistant species and some involve citizens in tree care.
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20% Bias Score
Heat, Smoke Exposure During Pregnancy Linked to Smaller Babies
A study in Los Angeles reveals a link between heat and wildfire smoke exposure during pregnancy and smaller babies, with women in climate-vulnerable neighborhoods disproportionately affected, emphasizing the need for climate-sensitive healthcare.
Heat, Smoke Exposure During Pregnancy Linked to Smaller Babies
A study in Los Angeles reveals a link between heat and wildfire smoke exposure during pregnancy and smaller babies, with women in climate-vulnerable neighborhoods disproportionately affected, emphasizing the need for climate-sensitive healthcare.
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16% Bias Score
FIFA Club World Cup Faces Heat, Environmental Concerns Amidst Expansion
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, running June 15-July 13 across 12 US cities, faces criticism for heat risks to players and fans in open-air stadiums, increased environmental impact from its expanded 32-team format, and declining ticket sales despite FIFA's plans for further expansion.
FIFA Club World Cup Faces Heat, Environmental Concerns Amidst Expansion
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, running June 15-July 13 across 12 US cities, faces criticism for heat risks to players and fans in open-air stadiums, increased environmental impact from its expanded 32-team format, and declining ticket sales despite FIFA's plans for further expansion.
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60% Bias Score
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