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Cbsnews
4 weeks ago
OMG science

A national protocol can be lifesaving for patients with heat illness. Only 11 states require it.

Proper management of overheating patients, emphasizing 'Cool First, Transport Second', could save lives, yet few states enforce this crucial protocol. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

California cuts back on safety enforcement as farmworkers toil in extreme heat

California's enforcement of heat-protection laws for outdoor laborers has declined significantly, risking worker safety amid rising temperatures. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

'Long-duration' heat wave again cooking California, raising health and wildfire concerns

California and the West face a prolonged heatwave, expected to break July records. Residents warned of dangerous conditions, with high risks for heat illness and minimal temperature drops at night. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

As heat waves intensify, more public housing residents may get help with AC bills

Public housing residents are vulnerable to heat illness without AC, federal mandate lacking, recent HUD guidance changing cooling bill subsidies [ more ]
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