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Author(s) Chu, Cordia; Keogh, Kandice; Huang, Cunrui; Liu, Tao; Ma, Wenjun

Keeping the elderly safe during heatwaves: information for aged-care facilities, health-care workers and carers

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Adapting to Climate Change in China
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This paper provides information for aged-care facilities, health care workers and carers discussing effective way to reduce the vulnerability of the elderly and protect their health from heat stress. This ACCC study develops plan and aims to educate health care providers, community leaders, family and vulnerable individuals during the heat wave.

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Hazards Heatwave
Themes Health and health facilities Inclusion
Country and region China
Number of pages
7 p.
Publication year
2013

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