Global Climate and Health Alliance mobilises health groups worldwide to tackle climate change and protect public health. It co-chairs WHO’s Civil Society Working Group on Climate Change and Health.
Public Health France has recorded 5,764 excess deaths between 17 June and 2 July during an exceptional June heatwave, the highest heat-related excess mortality since 2003. France recorded 21,674 deaths against 15,910 expected; two-thirds of the excess were people aged 75 and older and more than half occurred between 25–27 June.
Wildfire smoke has been linked to inflammation in the heart, brain and other organs. Recent studies have connected exposure to higher stroke rates, pre-term births and long-term cancer risks. Health risks are rising as fires spread with climate change, while the public seeks protection indoors and through masks.