[Climate change and consequences for the elderly]

(Klimaaendringer og konsekvenser for aeldre.)

Full Abstract

Heat waves may cause increased mortality, especially among frail elderly. The consequences of heat waves can be prevented by reducing indoor temperature, increasing intake of water with relevant electrolytes and ongoing assessment of medication and chronic disease. The regional and municipal administrative bodies should create management plans for heat waves and other extreme weather situations.

Author information

Author/s: Hendriksen, Carsten (C); Vass, Mikkel (M);

Affiliation: Afdelingen for Social Medicin, Institut for Folkesundhedsvidenskab, Københavns Universitet, Postboks 2099, DK-1014 København K, Denmark. ch17(-atsign-)bbh.regionh.dk

Journal and publication information

Publication Type: English Abstract; Journal Article

Journal: Ugeskrift for laeger (Ugeskr Laeger), published in Denmark. (Language: dan)

Reference: 2009-Oct; vol 171 (issue 44) : pp 3188-90

Dates: Created 2009/10/27; Completed 2009/11/02;

PMID: 19857399, status: MEDLINE (last retrieval date: 11/2/2009, IMS Date: )

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