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Temperature-Related Deaths Disproportionately Affect Older Adults, Men, and Non-Hispanic Black Persons

A brief research report analyzed long-term national trends in temperature-related mortality in the United States. The report found that heat- and cold-related deaths accounted for 0.1% of total mortality over the study period, disproportionately affecting older adults, males, and Non-Hispanic Black persons (NHBPs). The findings highlight the need for targeted public health strategies such as improved housing insulation, accessible cooling/heating centers, and robust early warning systems to mitigate temperature-related mortality disparities. The report is published in Annals of Internal Medicine.

November 17, 2025


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