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Based on death records following Hurricane Maria

Death Records Estimate 1,139 Deaths Due to Hurricane Maria

Accurate estimates of deaths from disasters needed for informing rescue, recovery, and policy decisions
Cognitive function deficits resulting from indoor thermal conditions during heat waves affect university students

Reduced Cognitive Function for Students During Heat Waves

Students with AC had increase in reaction time and reduction in throughput in two cognitive tests
The actual number of deaths related to Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico in 2016 is likely more than 70 times the official government estimate of 64

Post-Hurricane Deaths in Puerto Rico Underestimated

New estimate puts hurricane-related deaths at 4,645; many attributed to delayed, interrupted health care
High sun exposure may lower the risk of multiple sclerosis

Higher Sun Exposure Tied to Lower Risk of Multiple Sclerosis

Findings based on sun exposure at 5 to 15 years of age and at 5 to 15 years before MS onset
Large changes in temperature are associated with increased risk of ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction

ACC: Dramatic Changes in Temperature Tied to STEMI Risk

The effect was exaggerated with larger average daily temperatures
America's roads may become more dangerous as an unexpected consequence of climate change

Climate Change May Be the Cause of More Roadway Deaths

Researcher finds link between rising temperatures, traffic fatalities
Climate change may increase people's exposure to an outdoor fungus that can damage airway cells

Global Climate Change Could Cause Rise in Airway Irritation

Researchers warn about possible increase of Alternaria alternata fungus
Outdoor air temperature may influence a pregnant woman's risk of developing gestational diabetes

Warmer Temperatures May Up Risk of Gestational Diabetes

Extreme cold seems to reduce odds, while heat appears to raise risk, researchers say
Thunderstorms can trigger asthma outbreaks

Thunderstorms Can Trigger Asthma Attacks

Weather forecasts may help public and emergency workers in preparation
An increase in mean annual outdoor temperature is associated with increased age-adjusted incidence of diabetes in the United States and with increased worldwide prevalence of glucose intolerance

Warmer Weather Linked to Increased Incidence of Diabetes

Increased incidence of diabetes in U.S. and increased worldwide prevalence of glucose intolerance