World Jul 16 How climate change is making the World Cup calendar more dangerous for athletes and fans By Graham Dunbar, Associated Press
Health Jun 20 What to know about heat stroke symptoms and how to stay safe during heat waves In the U.S., hundreds of people working or playing outside – even those who seem healthy – succumb to heat-related illnesses each year. By Brian Bossak, The Conversation
Nation Sep 21 Watch 5:40 How a rise in extreme heat threatens the health of young children worldwide According to a recent report from UNICEF, nearly half a billion children live in places around the world where there are at least twice the number of days that are 95 degrees or hotter than in the 1960s, creating a… By John Yang, Andrew Corkery
World May 23 Pakistan heatwave sends hundreds to hospitals This month, temperatures are likely to soar to 131 F, weather forecasters said. By Munir Ahmed, Associated Press
Health Jul 26 Tips for staying safe in extreme heat Extreme heat is the top weather-related cause of death in the U.S. Experts say it's crucial not to underestimate the risks. By Bella Isaacs-Thomas
Jul 23 Watch 7:26 Extreme heat sends thousands to ERs across the country. Here’s how to stay safe By Ali Rogin, Kaisha Young With no end in sight for the extreme heat gripping much of the nation, the sizzling temperatures can quickly become hazardous, and in some cases, deadly. Dr. Aneesh Narang, an emergency medicine physician at Banner University Medical Center in Phoenix,… Continue watching
Aug 02 How student athletes can stay safe from extreme heat By Susan Yeargin, The Conversation The first two weeks of preseason training are the toughest as players’ bodies acclimatize to running hard in the heat. Continue reading
Jul 20 How extreme heat affects young athletes By Jessica R. Murfree, Natasha Brison, The Conversation Summer sports camps and pre-season training often have kids running hard in high heat and humidity. The combination can be deadly. Continue reading
Jun 17 Watch 6:29 Record heat wave in the U.S. raises public health concerns More than 100 million Americans this week were under some sort of heat advisory, and were warned to stay indoors if possible. From Texas to California, a massive heat wave has set record temperatures, raising concerns about how hot is… Continue watching
Aug 14 Watch 6:09 Maryland football player’s heatstroke death raises scrutiny of coaching University of Maryland football player Jordan McNair, 19, was hospitalized in May after he had trouble breathing and standing upright during practice. His death two weeks later sent shockwaves through the college football world and raised questions about the coaching… Continue watching