Health · 30 June 2026
Extreme temperatures increase dementia emergency visits
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Both very hot and very cold weather are linked to more emergency hospital visits for people living with dementia. This is because physiological stress impacts frail bodies and cognitive impairment reduces a person's ability to protect themselves. Healthcare systems should plan for these risks, including creating climate shelters and using telemedicine during extreme weather.
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