Europe recorded 10,000 excess deaths in late-June heatwave
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A record-breaking heatwave in late June led to over 10,000 excess deaths in Europe, with the majority occurring among people aged 65 and older. The data, from the EuroMOMO network, is supported by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization. The heatwave's health impact underscores the dangers of extreme heat, which can cause heatstroke and worsen cardiovascular and respiratory conditions.
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EuroMOMO data shows 10,000 excess deaths in late June.
The data was published by EuroMOMO, a network backed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization.
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The data was published by EuroMOMO, a network backed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization.
South China Morning Post- EuroMOMO data shows 10,000 excess deaths in late June.
- Backed by ECDC and WHO, indicating official health concern.
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Loaded language removedEuropean countries reported more than 10,000 excess deaths during the notable heatwave that affected the west of the continent in late June, official data showed. The vast majority – more than 9,000 – were among people aged 65 and above, according to data published by EuroMOMO, a network backed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization.
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The data was published by EuroMOMO, a network backed by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and the World Health Organization.
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