Pima County officials warn of early heat risks

Extreme Heat May Raise Risk Of Schizophrenia, Depression: Study

Rising temperatures may not only affect physical health, but could also increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders (MBD) like schizophrenia and depression by almost 50 per cent by 2050, according to a new study.

Now ‘Climate Change’ is Responsible for… Schizophrenia!?

PULSE POINTS:What Happened: A study in Nature Climate Change links high temperatures to increasing mental and behavioral disorders, including schizophrenia, and warns of a further rise due to climate change. Who’s Involved: Researchers from the University of Adelaide conducted the study. Where & When: The Australian study was published in Nature Climate Change on Monday. Key Quote: Dr. Peng Bi claims, “From mild distress to serious conditions li…

Worsening Heat Could Trigger Mental Health Crisis in Coming Decades

Extreme heat is the most dangerous risk posed by climate change in Australia, and it's not just taking a physical toll on the population.

Pima County officials warn of early heat risks

With summer-like temperatures arriving early, Pima County officials are warning the public about the dangers of extreme heat.Dr. Greg Hess, the countys chief medical examiner, said heat becomes deadly when the body cant cool itself, especially during extended hot and dry spells.The risk goes up for heat-related deaths the longer it stays hot and dry, Dr. Hess said.Those most vulnerable include people without shelter, reliable air conditioning or…

By Rubén Jocol The high temperatures predicted for March, April and March represent a risk for the livestock sector — won— because they can affect in various ways, from reducing animal productivity to increasing stress. According to the analysis of the Agricultural Strategic Information Center, the Geographical, Strategic and Risk Management Directorate (DIGEGR) [...]

Rising temperatures could elevate risk of schizophrenia, depression

New Delhi: Rising temperatures may not only affect physical health, but could also increase the burden of mental and behavioural disorders (MBD) like schizophrenia and depression by almost 50 per cent by 2050, according to a new study. The research led by the University of Adelaide highlights the urgent need to act now to protect mental health as the climate warms. Published in the journal Nature Climate Change, the study shows that high tempera…