SA trawls through death records to assess coal impact
The review is the first of its kind in Africa in that it will depend on actual data rather than modeling the effects of air pollution on health.
Source: moneyweb.co.za
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Heatwaves pose a serious health threat, warns SA Medical Research Council
The warning comes amid heatwaves in KwaZulu-Natal, Gauteng and Northern Cape, with temperatures as high as 39°C this week.
Source: sowetanlive.co.za
WATCH | Bhekisisa: Can climate change make pollution and lung diseases worse?
Higher temperatures are a concern, especially for people who are already ill with a respiratory disease, says Caradee Wright, a public health specialist.
Source: timeslive.co.za
Webinar: The foundation of air quality actions
Join the WHO Air Quality, Energy and Health Unit for the webinar “The foundation of air quality actions” to be held on 19 October 2023 at 2-3:30pm (CEST). The webinar aims to: Launch the Improving the capacity of countries to report on air quality in cities: Users’ guide to the repository of United Nations tools report which is a primer to air quality management. Highlight step-by-step guidance for building national plans. Showcase national initiatives that integrated UN tools to improve air pollution monitoring and report as well as enhance government officials to tackle air polluti...
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Heatwave in SA poses a serious health threat to residents, SAMRC warns
Infants, the elderly, persons living with disabilities, pregnant women, outdoor workers, and those who are on chronic medications are the most vulnerable to death as a result of exposure to extreme heat.
Source: sanews.gov.za