Heat Exposure Tied to Acute Immune Changes
Short-term exposure to high outdoor temperatures may impair the immune system, rendering people more prone to infection and possibly accelerating heart disease progression.
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Short-term exposure to high outdoor temperatures may impair the immune system, rendering people more prone to infection and possibly accelerating heart disease progression.
As global temperatures continue to rise, a new study reports that heat exposure may harm the immune system and increase inflammation, potentially impacting heart health.
A study that looked at how the immune system reacts to hot weather offers new insight into what's happening when the mercury rises. Researchers found a link between hot weather and measures of the body's immune response, including levels of certain blood cells and indicators of inflammation. It's a step…